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Research Assistant (m/f/d) for the Employment Law Team

Auto-translated from German · original: Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter (m/w/d) für das Arbeitsrechtsteam

Part timeHybrid · Munich, Germany

Pinsent Masons is a leading international law firm headquartered in the UK. Our teams work closely together across 31 locations worldwide, advising clients on complex commercial legal issues. We combine legal excellence with innovative approaches and a clear sense of responsibility. As an inclusive firm, our actions toward our clients are guided by our principle: "to make business work better for people."

We believe in cross-location collaboration, personal development, and a firm culture characterized by openness, diversity, and mutual respect. A collegial environment is a central prerequisite for long-term satisfaction and outstanding performance. Excellent advice is created where people take responsibility, can contribute, and find space for exchange, flexibility, and new ideas.

Bring in your ideas and continue writing our success story with us. We are looking for a Research Assistant (m/f/d) for at least three working days per week in our Munich Employment Law team.

Your Tasks

You will support our lawyers:

  • in the context of daily client work on all employment law matters – from A for warnings to Z for references

  • in examining employment law and procedural questions

  • in evaluating current employment law case law

  • in preparing court proceedings (including attending court hearings)

  • in preparing and drafting legal presentations and publications

Your Profile

We are looking for a team player with:

  • a successfully completed First State Examination

  • initial practical experience in employment law

  • a strong interest in employment law issues

  • good written and spoken English skills

  • an organized, methodical, and goal-oriented way of working

  • proficiency in standard Office programs

  • a professional and reliable demeanor

Our Offer

We offer you:

  • team spirit and appreciation

  • 1:1 support from your buddy

  • responsible tasks in an exciting work environment and a great team

  • an open and very collegial firm culture (e.g., a first-name basis and feedback culture)

  • the promotion of your professional and personal competence through internal training

  • regular feedback sessions

  • an open environment where your ideas, suggestions, and experiences are warmly welcomed

  • a modern and centrally located office in Munich

  • the possibility of working from home to better balance professional and private life

  • regular firm and team events, e.g., Christmas parties, sports events, or get-togethers

Have we sparked your interest? Then apply now! Please send your documents (CV, information on your earliest possible start date, desired working hours, and desired duration of employment, certificates of graduation, internships, and employment references, as well as a current transcript of grades) via our application portal.

Alicia Junge, HR Business Partner