Head of M&A Legal

Job title:

Head of M&A Legal

Company:

Grundfos

Job description

Are you energized by providing high quality advice in complex legal matters and do you want to be responsible for the legal aspects of M&A transactions for a global leader within water solutions? If so, you may be the person we are looking for.As our new Head of M&A Legal you will join the Grundfos M&A team contributing to every phase of transaction processes from initiation and execution to negotiation and finalization.What is the job about?
As Head of M&A Legal, you will be part of Grundfos’ Legal Department and the legal community but on a daily basis work closely together with the independent M&A Department. The M&A team consists of six professionals based in Bjerringbro, Denmark and is responsible for executing mergers, acquisitions and divestments throughout the entire Grundfos Group. Further, you will be working closely with colleagues throughout Grundfos including from Business, Strategy, Finance, Tax, HR, Operations, and more.You will report to Grundfos’ General Counsel with a dotted line to the Head of Group M&A.Your key tasks will be:

• Project management of all legal aspects of M&A transactions, including collaborating with outside legal advisors to conduct thorough due diligence, drafting and scrutinizing legal documents pertinent to the transaction, strategizing the structure of deals, submitting requisite requests for regulatory consents, and overseeing the execution and completion of agreements
• Ensure strong alignment and good working relationships with internal stakeholders both within M&A, Legal, commercial teams, and relevant support functions, e.g., on overlaps between legal due diligence and other specialist areas or where there are interactions between legal terms and commercial aspirations
• Building and maintaining good working relationships with external stakeholders including legal advisors and W&I insurance brokers
• Support on the preparation and quality of all materials for third parties and internal decision makers, such as Grundfos’ Group Management and the Board of Directors
• Leading internal M&A related optimization and strategy processes

What do you need to apply?
This position requires a solid legal background, well developed interpersonal skills, the ability to think strategically, a good business understanding, and the desire and willingness to go beyond the adviser role to become a truly trusted partner of the business. It is important that you do not just see yourself as a legal adviser but as an integrated part of a team working to achieve the commercial and strategic goals of Grundfos.Your competences include that you:

• Have a relevant educational background (Master’s degree in law or similar)
• Have worked as an M&A lawyer within a law firm or inhouse for at least 3+ years
• Possess a comprehensive legal skill set in M&A and corporate law, with the capability to advise on all legal matters during an M&A transaction
• Can think strategically, commercially, and critically – also outside of legal matters
• Take initiative and work autonomously – anticipate needs and act without waiting for directions
• Have a collaborative mindset and are easy to work with
• Exhibit effective communication competencies, ensuring clear speaking and writing in English
• Are capable of handling diverse assignments simultaneously with assurance and attentiveness

Additional information
Your place of employment will be at our office in Bjerringbro, Denmark close to our business units, corporate functions, and Group Management. You should expect some travelling in relation to your work.If you have questions or want to know more about the position, please contact Group Vice President, General Counsel, Andreas Ilum on +45 60 42 96 74.We look forward to hearing from you.If this job sounds appealing to you, please send your resume and cover letter today and no later than December 16th, 2024 by clicking on “Apply”. We expect interviews to be held on an ongoing basis.Apply nowStartPlease wait…Information at a GlanceJob DetailsApplication deadline: December 16th, 2024Workplace: Hybrid PositionJob Location: Bjerringbro, Midtjylland, DenmarkContract Type: Full-TimeEmployment Type: RegularAbout GrundfosGrundfos is one of the world’s leading water technology companies with more than 19.000 employees in 60+ countries all over the world. Our skills commit us to pioneering solutions to the world’s water and climate challenges and improve the quality of life for people. We dare to do things that others cannot or dare not do, as we believe innovation is not only a business opportunity, but an obligation. And what really matters to us is not short term profit, but the impact we make. By becoming part of our united powerful team, you too can drive this change no matter your role.An inclusive teamWe believe that the key to a work environment, where employees thrive and grow, is our ability to celebrate and value our differences in background, experiences and perspectives. In our recruitment process we welcome all professional people without consideration of age, colour, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, ethnicity or religion.Join our Talent CommunityIf you want to stay updated on all career opportunities, please join our Talent Community!Here you can create a job alert to receive updates about job opportunities that match your interest.

Expected salary

Location

Bjerringbro, Midtjylland

Job date

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 01:28:25 GMT

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