Director of Legal – EU M&A

• Lead all legal aspects of EU and cross-border M&A transactions, joint ventures, and strategic investments
• Structure, draft, and negotiate complex transaction documentation
• Oversee the coordination of due diligence and specialist advisory work
• Design, implement, and refine M&A legal playbooks, templates, and processes
• Lead the creation of operational guidance materials and process maps
• Develop and deliver training sessions focused on EU M&A fundamentals
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of EU and international developments in M&A, competition law, corporate governance, and ESG regulatory frameworks
• Foster close collaboration with Legal, Finance, Tax, and Operations
• Oversee legal support on capital raising initiatives
• Advise executive and regional leaders on strategic decision-making
• Manage relationships with external counsel in multiple jurisdictions
• Oversee mandates given to outside counsel
• Ensure the company is represented with integrity and consistency
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies
• Develop and deliver training on legal procedures and policies
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legal areas
• Perform all related professional functions in support of the Legal Department’s transformation and strategic goals
• Lead, mentor, and support the EU M&A Legal team
• Serve as the primary point of contact for European M&A business development and capital markets initiatives
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and legal excellence
• Champion the integration of technology and legal operations tools

• Law degree (LL.M. or equivalent) and admission to practice in at least one EU jurisdiction
• 10+ years of experience focused on M&A, corporate transactional including both law firm and in‑house roles
• Proven track record handling multi‑jurisdictional transactions and joint ventures within Europe
• Extensive experience with EU competition law, foreign investment screening, anti‑trust frameworks, and corporate governance under EU directives
• Experience in regional financing and capital markets activities considered an asset
• Strategic governance thinker with practical, results‑driven problem‑solving skills rooted in the European business and legal environment
• Commercially minded and agile, with an appreciation for entrepreneurial environments
• Excellent analytical and strategic reasoning skills
• Exceptional negotiation and drafting ability
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to translate complex legal, financial, and regulatory matters into clear, actionable guidance
• Strong leadership capability focused on mentorship, collaboration, and driving accountability
• Recognized for cultivating a culture of integrity, transparency, and continuous improvement
• Skilled in influencing and aligning multiple stakeholders
• Proven capacity to manage a high volume of complex projects simultaneously under tight deadlines with precision

Experience in regional financing and capital markets activities

• Complete benefits packages (health insurance, pension contribution etc.)
• Possibility to enrol in stock purchase plan
• Employee discount on fuel
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills