Assistant Manager/Manager, Corporate Legal (Global HQ)

About the role

This position supports cross‑border M&A transactions, joint ventures and strategic investments for a global headquarters. The role works closely with business units to structure deals, mitigate risks and ensure compliance throughout the transaction lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

• Advise and support cross‑border M&A, joint ventures and strategic investments.
• Collaborate with business units on deal structuring, risk mitigation and provide challenge on project viability.
• Coordinate legal and compliance risk analysis through due diligence with internal stakeholders and external counsel.
• Assist with post‑acquisition integration, corporate secretarial work and regulatory filings, including competition law.
• Draft, review and negotiate corporate and commercial contracts.
• Support compliance matters: provide advice, conduct trainings, perform third‑party due diligence, sanctions screening and assist internal investigations.

Required profile

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) from a recognised institution, preferably qualified to practise law.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in private practice or in‑house legal team, focusing on corporate, M&A or compliance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and organisational skills, proactive attitude and eagerness to learn.
• Experience in the shipping industry or familiarity with sanctions procedures is a plus.

Required skills