Associate

CMS Law; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

MyBenefit platform and Multisport card

Life insurance

Extensive training and development

Wellbeing initiatives

Top located law firm in Poland

Job summary

CMS Law in Warsaw is seeking a lawyer to join our Corporate/M&A practice as an Associate. You will advise clients on corporate law and M&A matters, prepare and manage transaction documentation, and participate in due diligence.

We look for a Qualified Attorney-at-Law or Advocate with experience in Corporate/M&A gained in a law firm, fluent English, and strong analytical and client-relations skills. The role offers extensive training, healthcare, life insurance and a dynamic, top-tier environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Attorney-at-Law (radca prawny) or Advocate (adwokat)
• Experience in Corporate/M&A gained in a law firm environment
• Strong knowledge of company law and M&A transactions
• Fluent English language skills
• Strong analytical, organisational and prioritisation skills
• Collaborative mindset, commitment to professional development, and ability to build long-term client relationships
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned tasks
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on corporate law and M&A matters
• Preparing and managing transaction and corporate documentation
• Participating in due diligence reviews and preparing reports and recommendations for clients
• Analysing legal regulations and drafting legal opinions and memoranda
• Collaborating with clients and specialist teams in Poland and across other jurisdictions
• Supporting Partners and Counsel in the delivery of complex transactional projects
• Building and maintaining long-term client relationships

Skills

Fluent English

Corporate/M&A experience

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Independent work

Client relationship building

Communication skills

Education

Qualified Attorney-at-Law (radca prawny) or Advocate (adwokat)

Job description

We are currently looking for a lawyer to join our Corporate/M&A practice in CMS Warsaw as an Associate.

Your responsibilities:

• Advising clients on corporate law and M&A matters;
• Preparing and managing transaction and corporate documentation;
• Participating in due diligence reviews and preparing reports and recommendations for clients;
• Analysing legal regulations and drafting legal opinions and memoranda;
• Collaborating with clients and specialist teams in Poland and across other jurisdictions;
• Supporting Partners and Counsel in the delivery of complex transactional projects;
• Building and maintaining long-term client relationships.

What we are looking for:

• Qualified Attorney-at-Law (radca prawny) or Advocate (adwokat);
• Experience in Corporate/M&A gained in a law firm environment;
• Strong knowledge of company law and M&A transactions;
• Fluent English language skills;
• Strong analytical, organisational and prioritisation skills;
• A collaborative mindset, commitment to professional development, and an ability to build long-term client relationships;
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned tasks;
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.

What we offer:

• Private healthcare;
• Access to the MyBenefit platform and Multisport card;
• Life insurance;
• Extensive training and development opportunities;
• Access to a broad range of wellbeing initiatives and benefits;
• The opportunity to work in the highest-located law firm in Poland :).

What’s in it for you?

As a future facing firm, we take a bold, dynamic and agile approach to help clients of every size face the future with confidence. We empower and support our people to realise their ambitions through access to high quality, interesting and engaging work alongside a competitive package.