Rechtsanwalt / Associate (m/w/d)

Über uns

Luther is one of Germany’s largest corporate/commercial law firms with its regional headquarter in Singapore. Active in Myanmar since 2013, with a current staff strength of 50, Luther is one of the largest law firms and corporate service providers in Yangon. Our lawyers, tax advisors and corporate secretaries cover the whole range of corporate and commercial legal work as well as the structuring of investments into Myanmar. Accounting, payroll, tax-compliance and administrative support are provided by our internationally trained accountants and tax consultants, offering a “one-stop shop” for our clients’ strict regulatory and/or administrative corporate needs & responsibilities.

Unser Angebot

• Providing legal and regulatory advice on the structuring of investments into Myanmar
• Review and drafting of commercial contracts and agreements
• Transaction-related assistance and advice (e.g., due diligence, etc.)
• Provision of timely legal advice and guidance to multinational investors, MNCs and SMEs, international organizations, embassies and local conglomerates to minimize legal risk while helping them accomplish their goals
• Legal research and presentations

Ihr Profil

Requirements:

• Strong academic record, a degree in law and licensed to practice / admitted to the bar in your home jurisdiction
• Professional newcomer or 1–2 years’ work experience as a lawyer
• Required: International experience, preferably in Southeast Asia; strong long-term interest in building your career in Myanmar or the wider Asia region
• Able to work independently and autonomously, with a strong sense of accountability and ownership of complex and unfamiliar issues, demonstrating initiative, resourcefulness and confidence under limited supervision
• Fluent in English (oral and written) with exceptional communication skills and the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly to non-lawyers and provide business-oriented, solution-driven advice
• Fast thinker and quick learner, able to quickly adapt to a new legal environment and eager to stay up to date with the evolving legislation in Myanmar
• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal and client service skills – reliable, flexible, and willing to work beyond regular hours when required to meet client needs, with the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships
• Strong time management and multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and clients simultaneously in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and deadlines
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to quickly identify key legal and commercial issues, combined with an entrepreneurial mindset and sound business judgment, as well as a practical, solution-oriented and common-sense approach

Preference:

• European bar admission (preferably Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Belgium, or the Netherlands)
• Knowledge of Common Law
• Knowledge of Taxation

Was wir bieten

• We’re a successful, fast-growing firm with an entrepreneurial vibe in Asia’s last frontier
• We have competitive salaries
• We’re at the forefront of the legal development of Myanmar
• We’re passionate about our clients
• We get to be creative daily
• We have a young leadership team that wants to do it right and is open to new ideas
• We believe in autonomy and reward taking initiative

Application Requirements:

• Resume
• One- or two-page cover letter that addresses at least the following subjects: why you are drawn to this position, and aspects of your background that demonstrate competence to work with diverse clients and colleagues in a developing market
• Two professional or academic references

We offer demanding and varied tasks, a pleasant working atmosphere in a young and committed team with great career development opportunities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.