Mid-Level Associate in Transactional Practice Group

Description
Main Responsibilities
We are currently looking for an associate to join our M&A Practice Group and work on a variety of transactions across a range of industries.

Our ideal candidate would have, but is not limited to, the following:

• Work closely with multiple clients to advice on large scale, complex cross-border Vietnam and other corporate transactions (including private equity clients, national and multinational corporations and regional funds and corporate conglomerates);
• Draft purchase agreements and definitive transaction documentation for public and private company targets and parties.
• Manage diligence processes and the corporate approval processes for both public and private company targets.
• Lead and supervise junior associates on M&A transactions.
• Develop relationships with clients including gaining a good knowledge of the client's businesses, economic drivers, market and sector requirements in order to ensure advice is relevant and commercial;
• Given regular and direct contact with clients, with a culture based on associates being given the level of responsibility they are ready for, rather than a PQE based method of work allocation;
• Advise on Vietnam foreign investment regulations and licensing processes;
• Work with clients throughout all stages of the transaction process, including structuring, due diligence, negotiation, execution, and post-deal integration.
• Engage in all stages of M&A transactions from structuring, due diligence, negotiation, execution, to post-deal integration.

Key Skills And Experience Required
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate all or the majority of the following:

• A qualified lawyer with excellent academic credentials, at least 3 to 5 years PQE;
• Current experience in the Corporate/Mergers & Acquisitions department of a leading firm;
• First rate technical skills needed to support the client work of the department;
• Excellent English communication skills (fluency in reading, writing, speaking and ability to translate and/or review translations);
• Experience in and strong understanding of corporate transactions;
• Commerciality and demonstrable business development experience;
• Strong client service orientation - a "client first" culture;
• Ability to develop strong relationships with clients and to take responsibility for this relationship;
• Maturity, gravitas and emotional intelligence;
• High work standards;
• Flexible work practices;
• Ability to work well in both a team and individually;
• A keenness to learn;
• Respects and enjoys the diversity of cultural, social and academic backgrounds found in the Firm;
• Qualified candidates will have the ability to function smoothly in a global team environment with culturally diverse team members;
• Good resilience under pressure.

About Us
We are different from other law firms in the way we think, work and behave. Global in our outlook from the beginning, for 10 consecutive years we have been named as the world's strongest law firm brand by Acritas, underlining our dedication to being the best. Baker McKenzie helps clients overcome the challenges of competing in the global economy. We solve complex legal problems across borders and practice areas. Our unique culture, developed over 70 years, enables our 13,000 people to understand local markets and navigate multiple jurisdictions, working together as trusted colleagues and friends to instill confidence in our clients.

Consistently recognized as the largest and most experienced international law firm in Vietnam for over 27 years. Our team of more than 50 lawyers has the deep local roots and integrated global reach to help clients solve complex legal problems across borders and practice areas seamlessly. A key strength of our Firm is our ahead of the curve knowledge of the changing local regulations and market dynamics. We encourage the best people - regardless of race, religion or belief if any, gender, gender, identity, disability, sexual orientation or age - to fulfil their professional aspirations with us.