Corporate Associate Lawyer

Job Title Corporate Associate Lawyer Location Milan Description About Ashurst Perkins CoieAshurst Perkins Coie is theglobal law firm for the future economy.With more than 3,500 client-facing practitioners across 52 offices worldwide, we advise a broad range of clients, and have a distinct strength in technology, energy & infrastructure, and financial services - three sectors at the forefront of economic transformation.Combining global scale, sector insight, and technological capability, Ashurst Perkins Coie helps clients unlock opportunity with market-leading experience in complex transactions, litigation, and regulatory matters.We support clients through a shifting landscape where technology, and AI in particular, is both an accelerator and disruptor to their business opportunities and challenges and is reshaping how energy, data, and capital move across markets.Our strengths have earned our lawyers recognition across the profession, and more importantly, the trust of our clients.Our people are our greatest asset, advising clients on complex, cross-border matters and collaborating seamlessly across markets and practices. We offer a global platform for career-defining work and an opportunity to help shape a firm with the culture and confidence to compete at the highest level.For Ashurst Perkins Coie,innovation is our tradition. We have a long legacy of helping clients through moments of transformation with the insight to help them stay ahead.To find out more please visit our website . Our Projects, Energy, Environment & Resources Practice The team is widely renowned for being at the forefront of the energy infrastructure M&A sector, as well as of the applicable regulation worldwide. Our lawyers are able to provide comprehensive advice to the whole range of stakeholders (financial investors, infrastructure funds, large corporations, sponsors, contractors and public authorities) across a wide range of sectors including infrastructure, transport, renewable and conventional forms of energy as well as oil, gas and LNG. Who are we looking for? We are looking for an Associate to join the team, with a primary focus on corporate, M&A, and related advisory areas. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex and high-profile matters, supporting clients through all stages: Key Responsibilities :Advise clients on domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures, corporate reorganisations and other strategic transactions;Conduct and coordinate legal due diligence activities;Work closely with colleagues from other practice areas and offices on multidisciplinary and cross-border matters;Support and supervise junior team members, where appropriate.About You Degree in Law with excellent academic record;Approximately 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience in Corporate and M&A, gained at a leading international law firm;Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-performance environment, managing multiple priorities effectively;Excellent English and Italian level (C1);You embody Ashurst Perkins Coie's values: you are passionate about quality, taking pride in delivering accurate, well-structured work and maintaining high professional standards in everything you doYou deliver through collaboration, building strong relationships with colleagues and clients, and contributing positively to a team-driven environmentYou are curious and forward-thinking, someone who is not afraid to think differently, challenge assumptions, and approach problems with fresh perspectives BenefitsCareer Advancement: Learning & Development opportunities, including full access to LinkedIn LearningGlobal Opportunities (secondments and short/long term relocation to one of our overseas offices) once you've established yourself within the firmFlexible and Agile Ways of WorkingHealth and Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate familyMedical InsuranceSocial activitiesFamily & Caring: Extended parental leave (irrespective of gender identity and caring role)Family support & end-to-end programs to guide you through your parental leave journeyFinancial Benefits: Competitive salaries and performance incentivesReferral bonusesCorporate discounts#LI-EC1