Legal M&A Counsel
Company
team.blue is an ecosystem of successful brands working together across regions to provide customers with everything they need to succeed online. 60+ successful brands make up the group, and over 3,500 experts serve its 3.5 million customers across Europe and beyond.
Role
We are looking for an experienced Legal M&A Counsel to join our SaaS Legal team. You will lead the legal stream for our M&A transactions across Europe together with the SaaS General Counsel, working closely with colleagues in M&A, PMI, tax, finance, and a Junior Legal M&A Counsel whom you will mentor.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the legal stream for the group's M&A transactions (share and asset deals) end-to-end
* Draft and negotiate transactional contracts (SPAs, SHAs, APAs, management agreements, earnout agreements, ...)
* Coordinate legal due diligence processes
* Drive process optimisations together with the M&A, tax, and finance teams
* Manage and coordinate internal and external legal advice on transactional matters
Requirements
Education & Professional Background
Law degree from a recognised institution
Minimum 5+ years of M&A legal experience
Qualified lawyer
Technical Skills
Solid background in M&A and experience with leading legal M&A processes
Self‐driven, proactive, and collaborative working style
Analytical and pragmatic mindset
Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
Ambition to take full responsibility for all transactional matters within the group
Language Requirements
Fluent in English (working language) + at least one other European language
Core Competencies
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams
Commercial mindset with understanding of business operations
Proactive approach to problem‐solving and risk management
Excellent stakeholder management and relationship‐building skills
Strong attention to detail and organisational capabilities
What We Offer
An international, fast‐growing, and financially strong group with HQ in Ghent, Belgium
Direct reporting line to the SaaS General Counsel, who provides trust and autonomy, with a strong focus on results
Being part of a close‐knit legal team with both regional and group responsibilities
Exciting transactional work across Europe
A dynamic and entrepreneurial environment, including exposure to start‐ups and scale‐ups
Great flexibility and a strong company culture built on values
An attractive compensation package in line with your experience
At team.blue, our commitment to caring for the environment and each other is at the heart of everything we do. Our latest impact report showcases our ongoing ESG efforts and ambitious sustainability goals.
Inclusion
Everyone is welcome here. Diversity & Inclusion are at our core. Far above any technical competence, we value respect, openness, and trusted collaboration. We do not tolerate intolerance.
Seniority level : Mid‐Senior level
Employment type : Full‐time
Job function :
Legal, Industries : Software Development
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