Senior Legal Counsel M&A

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Senior Legal Counsel M&A

A leading global organisation is seeking a senior, qualified lawyer with significant M&A expertise to join its legal team in Lausanne. This is a key role supporting strategic investment activities at national, regional and global levels.

You will work closely with senior management and cross-functional stakeholders including Investment, Finance, Tax, Communications, Investor Relations and Legal & Compliance. You will lead and support complex transactions from inception to closing, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and effective risk management.

Senior Legal Counsel M&A

Key responsibilities:

Lead legal support on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, corporate ventures and joint ventures

Draft, review and negotiate transaction documentation

Oversee due diligence processes and coordinate internal stakeholders

Manage and direct external counsel

Advise business leaders on legal risks and mitigation strategies

Represent the organisation before relevant regulatory authorities where required

Promote best practices and support implementation of policies and procedures

Your profile:

Qualified lawyer (Juris Doctor or equivalent) with an active licence to practise

10+ years' experience with strong expertise in M&A, gained in-house and/or in a major law firm

Proven experience leading complex transactions and working across geographies

Strong drafting, negotiation and stakeholder management skills

Ability to operate effectively in cross-functional, international environments

The organisation offers an inclusive and collaborative culture, flexible working opportunities and comprehensive training programmes, within a fast moving business.

If you are an experienced M&A lawyer ready to take on a senior, high-impact role, we look forward to your application. jpid0b7fe47cv jpit0312cv jpiy26cv