Assistenzen / Rechtsanwälte / Referendariat
Research Assistant or Trainee Lawyer (m/f/d) – Korea Team
About us
With more than 400 lawyers across our offices in Berlin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Stuttgart, Brussels and London, Gleiss Lutz advises clients on all aspects of business law. Our full service approach delivers top-tier advice across the spectrum. We are renowned for our in-depth and pragmatic approach to solving the most complex legal challenges – and for our uncompromising commitment to quality.
We are seeking research assistants (wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiter) and trainee lawyers (Referendare) (m/f/d) to join our corporate/M&A practices’ Korea team at our offices across Germany.
Gleiss Lutz has advised on a large number of transactions involving Korean parties in recent years and has established a strong reputation as a leading law firm for Korean investors in Germany. Recent highlights include:
- Doosan Bobcat, Inc. on its proposed public acquisition of Wacker Neuson SE
- DN Solutions on its acquisition of the Heller Group
- Shinhan Asset Management on the potential enforcement of a pledge over shares in Accentro AG
- Hansol Paper on its sale of R+S and Schades
- NICE on the sale of its majority interest in BBS
Your role
You’ll work closely with our lawyers and assist on ongoing client work. You’ll assist on the advice provided to our Korean clients on M&A transactions, corporate law and other areas of law.
You can start at any time – during your university studies, your doctorate, or while completing your practical legal training.
Your profile
- First (or first and second) state examination(s), each with a grade of fully satisfactory (vollbefriedigend) or better
- Very good command of English
- Interest in business-related issues and challenging work
- Enthusiasm for applying innovative technologies in the legal profession
- A structured approach to legal analysis
- Availability to work at least two days a week
What we offer
- Outstanding professional development: Active involvement in legal work, close collaboration with our lawyers, and regular feedback
- One Step Ahead programme: Comprehensive professional development with lectures, workshops, legal English courses and modern AI tools such as Harvey AI and the Jurafuchs learning app, as well as additional exam-focused offerings depending on your stage of training
- Wellbeing offerings: Access to our Corporate Health Programme, including the EGYM Wellpass
- Networking & events: Networking opportunities at after-work events and group activities to build valuable connections and gain insight into our firm’s culture
A direct route into the world of legal work – for those who want to start putting theory into practice. Apply now and join a team that embodies excellence and supports your professional growth.
We value qualification, personality, and potential. We welcome applications regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnic or social background, religion, belief, sexual orientation or identity.
Contact
Madeleine von Au
Recruiting
Lautenschlagerstraße 21, 70173 Stuttgart
Phone: +49 711 8997-158
E-mail: madeleine.von-au@gleisslutz.com
