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Junior Associate (Corporate and M&A)

Location :

Thailand

Department :

Legal

POSITION SUMMARY

Areas of Responsibility

Legal Practice

  • Assist mid-level and senior associates in corporate and M&A transactions, including conducting legal due diligence and other ancillary work.
  • Assist in the drafting and review of principal transactional and definitive agreements, including term sheet, heads of term, sale and purchase agreements, shareholders’ agreements, asset sale and purchase agreements, joint venture agreements, memorandum of understandings and any other transactional documents necessary to consummate M&A transactions, and other legal documents to support the post-merger integration process for the transaction.
  • Create comprehensive transaction checklists identifying all actions that must be taken and documents to be delivered in connection with the transaction.
  • Conduct legal research in the topics relating to the M&A transactions, corporate restructuring and other corporate laws-related matters as well as providing initial analysis as assigned.
  • Advise clients on general corporate and commercial laws matters, including company formation, foreign direct investment, acquisition and structuring options, company dissolution, and company secretary work such as board and shareholder meetings and report filing as well as prepare, attend, and support board of directors meeting, shareholder meeting, and minute preparation.
  • Prepare, review, and assist with the preparation of official application documents for the investment promotion application with the Board of Investment of Thailand and Foreign Business License/Certificates application with the Ministry of Commerce.
  • Perform other assigned legal work in corporate and M&A areas.

Client Development and Work and Relationships Management

  • Take initiative in designing and implementing business development and marketing plans for Corporate and M&A practice group for Thailand office and the firm’s overseas offices in the region.
  • Regularly assist with the drafting of articles and give presentations that increase the firm’s visibility, which results in new business opportunities.
  • Participate in crafting proposals and pitch for new business from current or prospective clients.
  • Identify and participate in relevant conferences as agreed partner(s)/department heads.
  • Take full ownership of work under the supervision of senior associates and partner(s).
  • Effectively and efficiently manage projects and matters well.

Qualifications

Knowledge and Experience

  • At least 1-2 years of demonstrated experience in corporate law and M&A transactions.
  • A proven ability to manage complex matters and deliver high-quality legal services.

Skills & Attitude

  • Communication skills – have excellent written and spoken skills in both Thai and English.
  • Organizational skills – be able to effectively manage multiple assignments and prioritize work.
  • Persuasion skills – be able to confidently persuade, articulate, and discuss legal issues, transactions, and strategies.
  • Legal mindset – be able to apply legal principles and draw on experience to develop legal strategies and solve legal problems.
  • Service mindset – demonstrate true commitment in achieving positive matter outcomes for clients and be able to build and maintain client relationships.
  • Commercial thinking – possess strong business acumen, keep up to date with market trends, and be able to identify business opportunities for the firm.

Please send the CV to:  [email protected]

Ready to join us?

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