Junior Associate - Real Estate and/or Regulatory (m|f|x)

Company info

As one of the leading law firms with 15 offices in Central and Eastern Europe, we advise clients on all commercial law matters. Quality, flexibility, innovation and practical solutions for complex issues in the commercial sector are at the core of Schoenherr's philosophy. Become part of our team and help shape our success in Central and Eastern Europe.

Junior Associate – Real Estate and/or Regulatory

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Associate to join our team, with a focus on Real Estate and/or Regulatory matters (including energy, telecommunications and other regulated industries). This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a wide range of transactions, legal proceedings and advisory work, while working closely with senior attorneys.

Key responsibilities:

• Providing expert legal advice and representation in various legal matters, including corporate law, M&A transactions, real estate law and regulated industries, with a particular emphasis on energy law
• Drafting and reviewing legal documents, including contracts, legal opinions, lease agreements, regulatory filings and submissions to courts and authorities
• Assisting in the preparation, negotiation and execution of transactions, including due diligence and legal risk assessments
• Supporting clients in compliance with regulatory requirements, including communication with administrative authorities and regulatory bodies
• Participating in negotiations, hearings and client meetings
• Representing clients before courts, administrative bodies, business organisations and private individuals (under supervision)
• Conducting legal research (legislation, draft regulations, case law and professional literature) to support ongoing matters
• Supporting the work of senior attorneys and providing continuous updates on case progress and relevant developments
• Taking part in the firm's knowledge development (templates, know-how, professional articles) and professional training, where capacity allows
  
  

Requirements:

• Law degree
• 0-3 years working experience
• Interest in real estate law and/or regulated industries, with a particular emphasis on energy law
• Natural team player who values a friendly, down-to-earth workplace and communicates openly
• Excellent legal drafting and analytical skills
• Proactive, precise and reliable work ethic
• Strong communication skills in English and Hungarian (both written and spoken)
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  
  

We offer

• A varied, self-directed role in an open and international environment
• Participation in top cases with direct contact with our renowned clients
• Collaboration with other departments and international offices
• A clearly structured and transparent career path
• Support from mentors
• Excellent personal and professional training opportunities
• Company celebrations and joint activities
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Exposure to a broad range of high-profile and challenging legal matters
• Supportive and collaborative work environment

How to apply

• If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV in both English and Hungarian, along with your salary expectations, to recruiting.hungary@schoenherr.eu