Junior Associate, M&A and Corporate – Romania
We are looking for a junior lawyer (trainee or newly qualified), with up to three (3) years of experience at a law firm or an in-house position, to join our M&A & Corporate team in Bucharest.
Kinstellar is a full-service law firm, taking on the most complex and high-profile assignments from some of the world’s most successful companies and law firms, who expect the highest level of service and expertise. We are an energetic corporate/M&A practice, with exposure to complex matters and colleagues who help each other out by growing together on a daily basis. We promote each other’s strengths and overcome challenges together – clients appreciate our energy, seamless commitment and strategic thinking. We move forward and remain driven.
The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:
- has up to 3 years of practical experience in corporate/M&A matters; any additional practice area expertise would be beneficial and will bring additional value;
- have solid knowledge of civil and company law;
- is driven and finds motivation in working on complex transactions for international clients and global law firms and has commercial thinking;
- with attention to detail, teamwork and great communication skills, wants to work in a team that is praised for their consistently high quality of work; and
- very good English drafting and speaking skills.
What we offer
At Kinstellar, we prioritise your goals. We begin by understanding your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities that unlock your full potential. By joining our team of exceptional talents, you become part of our high culture where we are committed to your personal and professional growth. We offer:
- professional development and training in a leading CEE law firm and interesting work for reputable local and international clients (more information at www.kinstellar.com)
- a modern and dynamic flexible work environment;
- technical and soft skills training and development across practice groups and jurisdictions;
- competitive compensation including future salary growth and annual performance bonus; and
- private medical services subscription.
Why Kinstellar?
At Kinstellar, we provide premium legal services and pride ourselves on having a collaborative, team oriented, future looking culture providing unique development opportunities to grow in a highly supportive working environment throughout all stages of your career. At Kinstellar you will have the opportunity to work with outstanding lawyers of Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), Southeast Europe (SEE) and Central Asia (CA) and of the world’s greatest referring law firms on highly complex cases. We are a purpose-driven organization, with outstanding sector and service line expertise, knowledge and commitment to client service and innovation.
We know our people value flexibility around when and where they work. So, we are committed to offering a more adaptable way to work, balancing the way you work and your lifestyle with hybrid working options.
We will support your career aspirations by offering access to mobility programs such as intra- office secondments and secondments with referring law firms where possible. These programs give you the chance to travel to other countries, engage with international clients, lawyers and develop your networks.
Equal opportunities
Kinstellar provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants and strictly prohibits discrimination based on ethnicity, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristics.
Joining Kinstellar means working with some of the finest legal minds in CEE, SEE & Central Asia on the region's most challenging mandates. We attract the best and brightest talents to help us continue our stellar growth.
How to apply
We are looking for the best and brightest to help us continue to grow. If that sounds like something you would like to be a part of, please, send your application (CV focused on describing the practical employment experience and cover letter) in English to Manuela Leptiher, HR Manager at .
Please specify the position you are applying for.
All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.