About us
Established in 1963, Karatzas & Partners is a leading provider of legal services in the fields of corporate, commercial and financial law. Our clientele includes top tier Greek and international companies and we are known for our added value to deals that are at the forefront of legal developments. Our firm is regularly rated as 1st Tier Firm by such legal directories as Chambers Global, Legal 500 and IFLR1000, while we are proud to be the most innovative law firm in Greece through the investment in new technologies and the adaptation of market edge organizational standards. Our commitment to excellence is reflected not only in the quality of our legal services but also in our working environment. Τhis dedication has earned us the awards for Best Workplace 2024 and Best Workplace for Women 2024 from Great Place To Work® Hellas.
About the role
We are looking for a self-motivated experienced Associate in the field of corporate law and M&A to join our leading and continuously growing Corporate/Μ&A team.
As a member of our Corporate/M&A team, you will:
- participate in a wide spectrum of pioneering Corporate/ M&A transactions involving large national and multinational corporate clients and private equity funds;
- work with international legal teams and gain valuable international market exposure;
- lead teams and be the point person with clients;
- be actively involved in the management and development of people in the firm.
Requirements
The successful candidate should have:
- Greek lawyer qualification
- at least 5 years of experience in corporate and commercial law;
- an LLM in fields related to Commercial, Corporate and M&A or Civil law, and/or modules relating to Private International law, such as cross-border M&A will be appreciated;
- advanced interpersonal skills and attention to detail;
- ability to lead, train and develop junior associates;
- continuous learning and development mindset;
- problem solving and analytical skills;
- positive attitude and team spirit;
- excellent English writing, and oral skills.
Benefits
What’s in it for you:
- an opportunity to work in a leading law firm where you can learn, grow, and advance
- a competitive remuneration package
- access to cutting-edge AI tools specifically designed for legal professionals
- access to Premium Legal Subscriptions & Databases
- an inclusive and collaborative environment that supports innovation
- a resilient, safe, and diverse culture and values that are based on integrity, teamwork, ownership, and accountability
- private health insurance program
- work from home policy and flexible working hours
- 24x7 psychological support and consulting hotline
- special benefits and care for parents
Our people are key to our success, and we create a workspace that allows people to reach their full potential!
Equal Opportunities
At Karatzas & Partners we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity by treating all applicants fairly regardless of their gender, gender identity, race, color, sexual orientation, religion, age, ethnicity or disability. This applies to recruitment and selection process and all employment terms and conditions including pay, training, promotion and every other aspect of employment.