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Senior Corporate M&A Lawyer

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AXA

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Government & Politics
    Legal

AI generated summary

  • You need 6+ years post-qualification in corporate M&A, fluency in English (preferably French), strong leadership skills, and the ability to thrive in diverse, high-pressure environments.
  • You will advise on M&A transactions, manage legal risks, coordinate with internal teams and external counsel, draft documents, negotiate deals, and stay updated on legal developments.

Requirements

  • Seasoned senior qualified lawyer with a minimum of 6 years of experience post-qualification, trained at a top tier international law firm, ready to bring transformative impact to AXA into a high performing in-house counsel.
  • Extensive experience in corporate, international M&A and commercial law.
  • Fluent in English and ideally highly proficient in French.
  • Driven and highly motivated, excelling under pressure while maintaining unwavering high standards.
  • Possesses gravitas with strong leadership skills and executive presence; dares to challenge and be challenged.
  • A team player with the ability to influence and unite across departments/the Group, demonstrating strong communication skills, while also capable of independent work.
  • Embraces the challenges of multicultural and inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

  • Key advisor on M&A transactions, internal reorganisations, integrations, and other strategic projects.
  • Requires considerable judgement on significant and sensitive issues, such as execution risk and potential post-deal liability, with escalation on key legal and reputational risks up to the Head of M&A Legal, Group General Counsel, the Group CFO, the Deputy CEOs, the Group Management Committee and ultimately up to the AXA Board.
  • Preparing and participating in internal governance, including being the legal representative on deal Steering Committees composed of the Deputy CEO(s) and the Group CFO and preparing presentations and memos for these committees, the Board and Board Committees (as well as those for operating subsidiaries).
  • Ensuring smooth co-ordination with the internal AXA teams (corporate development, DCFG, PBRC, communications, investor relations, HR, tax) and local operating entity CEO/CFO/GC, plus external advisors (external counsel, bankers, accountants, actuaries) and their respective teams.
  • External Counsel Selection: choosing external legal counsel, negotiating fee structure, and monitoring fees, ensuring timely delivery of services.
  • Ensuring that the structuring, drafting and/or reviewing transaction documents is high quality in line with internal and market standards (e.g., term sheets, share purchase agreements, shareholders’ agreement, exclusive long-term distribution agreements).
  • Negotiation: direct engagement with counterparties (who can be management, external or internal legal counsel, other professional advisers).
  • Analysing legal risks to provide pragmatic, tailored and business-friendly advice that meets both commercial objectives and compliance with legal and regulatory environment, as well as considering reputational issues for AXA as a leading high-profile global company.
  • Taking decisions on how to deal with, and mitigate, legal risks in light of the external legal advice received and challenging that advice where necessary.
  • Seeking practical solutions to legal issues with the legal team being seen as a deal maker rather than a deal blocker.
  • Strategic thinking and challenging the status quo to enable AXA to move ahead with its strategic transactions to deliver on the Unlock the Future Strategy.
  • Keeping up to date with legal developments in relation to M&A transaction issues, AXA’s business lines, innovation.
  • Networking with legal and other market players to keep up to date with evolving legal environment and market trends and horizon-scanning on emerging legal issues/risk.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Senior Corporate M&A Lawyer.

What type of contract is offered for this position?

The contract type is CDI (permanent contract).

How many years of experience are required for this role?

A minimum of 6 years of post-qualification experience is required for this role.

Where is this position located?

The position is located in Puteaux, Hauts-de-Seine.

What kind of work will the Senior Corporate M&A Lawyer be involved in?

The role involves working on major international and transversal projects, partnerships, reorganisations, M&A, corporate, regulatory matters, and new technologies.

Is fluency in languages required for this position?

Yes, fluency in English is required, and proficiency in French is ideally preferred.

Does the role involve international travel?

Yes, the role can involve international travel, often with short notice.

What is the culture like at AXA?

AXA promotes an inclusive culture with a diverse workforce, committed to attracting, developing, advancing, and retaining diverse talents.

Is experience in public takeovers and IPOs relevant for this position?

Yes, extensive experience in corporate, international M&A, and commercial law, including public takeovers and IPOs, is relevant for this position.

Who does this role report to?

The role reports directly to the Group Legal Head of M&A.

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AXA

Finance
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1816
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We always start with our customers. As one of the largest global insurers, our purpose is to act for human progress by protecting what matters. Protection has always been at the core of our business, helping individuals, businesses and societies to thrive. And AXA has always been a leader, an innovator, an entrepreneurial company, fostering progress in all its dimensions. Our purpose also links back to the Group's roots. From the outset, AXA has been committed to acting as a force for collective good. From solidarity-based actions with AXA Hearts In Action to work on prevention issues with the AXA Research Fund and the fight against climate change, AXA has always been attentive to its social environment and embraced its responsibility as an insurer: responsibility for taking action upstream in order to better understand risks, with one goal in mind: to ensure better protection.