Junior Corporate Lawyer

Junior Corporate Lawyer

Location: Paris, FranceFull time (39 hours/week), Monday to FridayHybrid after probation – 3 days onsite

About the Role

We are looking for a Junior Corporate Lawyer to join our legal team within an international group. This role offers early responsibility and direct exposure to clients for whom we provide legal and corporate services. The position is ideal for a lawyer with first level professional experience who wants to develop in an international, client‑facing environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support on French corporate law matters, including company formation, governance, restructuring, and ongoing corporate secretarial work
• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating legal documents (e.g. shareholders’ agreements, board resolutions, powers of attorney, service agreements)
• Act as a point of contact for clients, understanding their needs and delivering pragmatic legal solutions
• Liaise with internal teams (tax, finance, compliance) across different jurisdictions
• Monitor changes in French corporate law and assess their impact on clients
• Support senior lawyers on cross‑border transactions and projects
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures, risk management, and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer or Master’s degree in law
• Strong knowledge of French corporate law
• First professional experience (law firm, in‑house, or professional services environment)
• Fluent in English (working language); professional proficiency in French required
• Comfortable interacting directly with clients and building long‑term relationships
• Ability to work in a multicultural and international environment
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solution‑oriented mindset
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple matters simultaneously

Benefits

• Exposure to high‑quality corporate work within a multinational group
• Early client responsibility and hands‑on experience
• International working environment with cross‑border matters
• Structured learning and development opportunities
• Competitive compensation and benefits package