Overview
(Junior) Legal Associate – International Law Firm Jobs in Warsaw, Mazowieckie, Poland at Michael Page
Title: (Junior) Legal Associate – International Law Firm
Company: Michael Page
Location: Warsaw, Mazowieckie, Poland
Our client is a leading international law firm with a strong presence across Central and Eastern Europe and Western Europe. The firm advises top domestic and international clients, including global corporates, financial institutions, and public‑sector bodies, on complex, cross‑border legal matters.
Client Details
Our client is a leading international law firm with a strong presence across Central and Eastern Europe and Western Europe. The firm advises top domestic and international clients, including global corporates, financial institutions, and public‑sector bodies, on complex, cross‑border legal matters.
Description
- Legal research on Polish and EU law, including preparation of analyses and memoranda
- Drafting and reviewing basic legal documents, contracts, and correspondence
- Supporting the preparation of legal opinions, due‑diligence reports, and client presentations
- Assisting in transactional and advisory projects under senior supervision
- Monitoring legislative changes and case law developments relevant to client matters
- Day‑to‑day cooperation with lawyers from other offices within the international firm
- Supporting ongoing client relationships and internal knowledge‑sharing initiatives
Profile
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Required:
- Master's degree in Law (completed or in the final stage of studies)
- 0-2 years of professional experience, including internships, traineeships, or junior associate roles
- Very good command of English (written and spoken)
- Strong legal research and analytical skills
- Accuracy, reliability, and attention to detail
- Motivation to learn, develop, and work in a demanding, high‑quality legal environment
- Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team
Nice to have:
- Previous experience in an international law firm or reputable legal practice
- Interest in one or more practice areas such as:
- Corporate / M&A
- Banking & Finance
- Real Estate
- Dispute Resolution
- Regulatory or Competition law
- Knowledge of additional foreign languages (e.g. German)
- First exposure to cross‑border or international legal matters
Job Offer
- Permanent employment contract and long‑term career opportunity
- Structured training and development programme for junior associates
- Ongoing mentorship and close cooperation with experienced lawyers and partners
- Exposure to complex, international legal projects
- Hybrid working model and modern office environment
- Competitive compensation aligned with top‑tier market standards
- High professional standards combined with a supportive and collaborative culture
