Forvis Mazars is a leader in audit, tax, and advisory service worldwide, operating 100+ countries and territories. Join us to grow your career through global opportunities, diverse projects, and continuous learning. Belong to a supportive environment where your unique perspective is valued, and success comes from teamwork. Impact with your bold ideas and help drive us forward.

Desired Competencies:

• Strong Legal Logic & Commercial Awareness: Ability to analyze complex corporate and commercial law matters and provide clear, strategic advice. In-depth knowledge of legal implications in business transactions.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to anticipate legal challenges, assess risks, and offer solutions aligned with business objectives.
• T-Shaped Skills: Expertise in legal matters, combined with a broad understanding of business development, corporate strategy, and commercial practices.
• Collaboration & Interdisciplinary Approach: Proven track record of working with cross-functional teams (e.g., marketing, finance) to deliver legal advice that adds value to the overall business.
• Flexibility & Adaptability: Capable of responding to changes in legal regulations and applying creative problem-solving in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal advice on corporate governance, commercial contracts, mergers, acquisitions, and business transactions.
• Draft and review commercial agreements that align with the company’s strategic objectives.
• Advise on compliance matters, including regulatory changes that may impact business operations.
• Collaborate with government authorities to support corporate registrations while ensuring legal compliance.
• Lead and mentor junior lawyers, ensuring the continuous professional development of the team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB)
• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in corporate and commercial law, preferably within a multinational or large law firm.
• Strong experience in drafting and reviewing commercial contracts and corporate transactions.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate legal expertise with business development strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with senior management and cross-functional teams.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of additional languages is a plus.
• Competence in leveraging AI technologies for legal tasks, such as legal research, automated document drafting, and data analysis, to enhance efficiency and reduce dependency on external inquiries.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to apply legal expertise strategically to support business and legal solutions effectively.

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