Research Associate (m/f/d) in Tax Law with an interest in Asset Management/Investment Funds – Frankfurt
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To strengthen our team in Frankfurt, we are looking for committed and qualified research associates (m/f/d), preferably while pursuing a doctorate in full-time or part-time, as well as legal trainees (m/f/d) in the field of tax law with an interest in the field of Asset Management/Investment Funds. The assets managed globally for funds and other institutional investors have grown steadily over the past decades. Starting from approx. USD 130 trillion in 2023, it is expected to grow to approx. USD 170 trillion in assets under management (auM) by 2028. This and the continuing internationalization offer enormous perspectives also for tax and legal advice in this sector. Clifford Chance Germany has established itself as a leading firm in the field of Investment Funds and Asset Management – we are proud to have once again received the highest ranking in the Investment Funds category from Chambers and Legal 500 in 2024 and to be listed in Tier 1 in the JUVE 2023/24 and the JUVE Tax Handbook 2024. What to expect You will support our lawyers in advising German and international fund and asset managers and institutional investors. In doing so, you will become familiar with all forms of investment funds as well as all relevant asset classes, e.g., real estate, infrastructure, Venture Capital, Private Equity, renewable energies, and Private Debt. The professional focus is on tax topics, each with the relevant connections to investment and regulatory law. The projects you will be involved in include, in particular, the structuring and launch of investment funds, investments in and transactions of and via investment funds, the participation of the sponsor team through carry and co-investment structures, and the restructuring of investment funds. You will gain insight into our fully integrated international funds practice, including with our teams in Luxembourg, London, Paris, New York, and Asia. You will receive special support through our ReferendarAcademy to prepare for the Assessorexamen. This includes, among other things, intensive and exam preparation courses in cooperation with the Repetitorium KAISERSEMINARE. What distinguishes you In addition to very good academic achievements/examinations and good English skills, you possess a holistic economic understanding and entrepreneurial thinking. You are a team player and use your creativity alongside professional know-how, even when dealing with demanding tasks. What distinguishes us Get inspired by a strong and motivated team in an international environment and, in addition to the Referendar Academy, benefit from our outstanding training and further education courses available to all our employees. Our training sessions are highly interactive and focus on your individual needs and your role. And they offer you the opportunity to network with employees from across the entire firm and to exchange experiences in a relaxed and collegial environment.
Have we piqued your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application (cover letter, CV, certificates, academic records) stating your desired period of employment.
Your contact person:
Lisa Freier
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Tel: +49 69 7199 1575