Legal Trainee (m/f/d) in Financial Regulatory Law - Frankfurt

As a fully integrated, global partnership, we are proud of our pragmatic and team-oriented way of working. We always strive to exceed the expectations of our clients, which include companies from all commercial and industrial sectors, governments, regulatory authorities, trade organizations, and non-profit organizations. We provide advisory and legal services at the highest level, combining the firm's global standards with comprehensive local expertise. Inclusion is a central component of our firm culture – it enriches our teams, strengthens our community, and reflects our responsibility to society. We are actively committed to a work environment in which all people are welcome and treated fairly and respectfully – regardless of gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, skin color, origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age. Our goal is to offer all employees the same opportunities, rights, and development possibilities.

Do you want to complete your legal traineeship (Referendariat) in an international business law firm and gain valuable insights into financial regulatory law? Then you have come to the right place! We offer you the opportunity to contribute and develop your knowledge in a dynamic and collegial environment.

What to expect Collaboration on current and diverse mandates in the field of financial regulatory law, with a focus on banks, investment firms, insurance companies, payment service providers, and Fintechs Support in complex transactions, particularly M&A in the financial sector as well as restructurings Preparation of memoranda on financial regulatory law issues, questions of corporate management and governance of institutions, civil law particularly in the area of consumer law, the creation of security interests, and administrative law with EU connections Accompanying clients in regulatory investigations and special audits, including contentious disputes, also with regulatory authorities such as Bafin or EZB Involvement in international project teams and collaboration with experts from various legal fields

Our offer to you Personal supervision by experienced mentors and regular feedback on your development Participation in our ReferendarAcademy with targeted exam preparation (including intensive and exam courses with KAISERSEMINARE) Free access to JuraFuchs as well as to legal databases and specialist literature Flexible working time models for optimal compatibility of the traineeship, exams, and daily firm life Diverse networking and social events as well as cross-location events Promotion of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion – an appreciative and open working environment is a matter of course for us Opportunity to participate in international secondments (subject to availability)

Your profile Very good academic achievements and at least a "vollbefriedigend" (satisfactory) exam result Very good English skills, ideally evidenced by stays abroad or internships Interest in economic contexts and legal issues in the financial sector Proactivity, team spirit, and enjoyment of demanding legal work Initial experience in financial regulatory law or related areas is not required Openness to new topics and willingness to familiarize yourself with complex facts

Have we piqued your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application (cover letter, CV, high school diploma, proof of State Examination, and relevant employment references) stating your desired period.

Your contact person Tessa Wortmann

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Tel.: +49 6971991688