Junior Associate Lawyer - Corporate, M&A and Capital Markets

KG Law Firm, a multidisciplinary, leading Greek law firm dating back to the 1930s and recognized as one of the most prestigious law firms in Greece, is seeking to recruit a motivated Junior Associate lawyer to join our Firm.

At KG Law Firm, we aspire to work with people with a client-oriented mind-set, strong lawyering and communications skills, and ability to work as team players. We offer a competitive compensation package with benefits and an engaging working environment with opportunities to learn and grow.

Main responsibilities:

• Supporting day-to-day corporate booking of legal entities (indicatively drafting GM/BoD minutes, adjusting articles of incorporation) and familiarity with Greek Commercial Registry (G.E.MI.) operation.
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating standard types of commercial agreements (indicatively supply, distribution, services agreements as well as NDAs etc.).
• Assisting in the structuring, drafting, review and negotiation of financing arrangements, including loan agreements, simple bond loan agreements (ΚΟΔ), shareholder and intra-group loan arrangements, corporate guarantees and other related financing and security documents.
• Assisting in the structuring and execution of corporate reorganisations and M&A transactions, including share transfers, capital increases, mergers, demergers, transformations and other corporate actions, as well as preparing the relevant corporate and transactional documentation and G.E.MI. filings.
• Assisting with legal due diligence exercises in the context of M&A, investments and financing transactions, including reviewing corporate, commercial, contractual, regulatory and other relevant documentation, identifying key legal risks and preparing due diligence reports and/or red-flag reports.
• Assisting in corporate and M&A transactions, including preparation, review and coordination of transaction documentation and corporate approvals, with particular focus on share purchase agreements (SPAs), shareholders’ agreements (SHAs), investment agreements, subscription agreements, term sheets, confidentiality agreements and other ancillary transaction documents.
• Assisting with capital markets transactions, including public and private offerings, listings, admissions to trading and other securities transactions, through preparation and review of transaction documentation, corporate approvals, legal due diligence and regulatory filings.
• Taking an active interest in future trends that may influence a transaction.
• Αdvising on compliance with national and EU law and regulations, regulatory and reporting requirements.
• Representing clients before the Bank of Greece, the Hellenic Capital Market Commission, Euronext Athens and other regulatory bodies.
• Developing ongoing relationships with a prominent client base.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law.
• Master's degree, preferably in Corporate/M&A, Capital Markets, or other relevant field.
• Qualified as an attorney-at-law in Greece.
• 1 – 2 years of relevant prior experience. Proven track record in Corporate/M&A, Banking & Finance related work is an asset.
• Analytical and drafting skills, clear and concise writing.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to condense complex information into practical advice
• Fact checking skills and keen attention to detail.
• Excellent command of the English language (both oral and written).
• Commitment, integrity and work ethics.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member under strict deadlines.

Benefits

At KG, the compensation program is designed to recognize and reward employees for their accomplishments and the value they bring to the firm. We are committed to providing competitive pay programs designed to attract, retain, and motivate key talent as an employer of choice.

The Firm fosters a collaborative and supportive work environment, offers opportunities for professional advancement and career development, and provides access to ongoing training and continuing legal education.

If you are ready to be part of a dynamic team in an esteemed multi-disciplinary business law firm, you may click the “Apply Now” button.

All applications will be treated as confidential.