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- Work mode
- Hybrid, Barcelona
- English
- Required
- Other languages
- French, Dutch



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Requirements
What we're looking for
You hold a Master of Laws degree obtained at a European university. A post-Master degree, LL.M. or degree obtained from a foreign university is considered a plus.
You have about 5 years of experience as an attorney and/or in-house legal counsel, preferably with a focus on corporate law, M&A, commercial transactions or corporate projects in an international environment.
You communicate clearly and effectively in English, orally and in writing. Knowledge of Dutch, French or another European language is considered a plus.
You have strong analytical, drafting and coordination skills, with the ability to translate complex legal risks into clear, practical advice.
You are organised, accurate and able to manage several workstreams in parallel, including during transaction peaks and under time pressure.
You are proactive, pragmatic and solution-oriented, with a hands-on mentality and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
You are a team player who builds trust with stakeholders, while also being able to work autonomously and take ownership of your files.
You act with integrity, professionalism and discretion when handling confidential transaction information.
You are open to occasional travel within Europe.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
A competitive salary and benefits package.
The opportunity to learn, grow and take ownership of meaningful legal work in an international M&A environment.
Excellent exposure to interesting corporate, transaction and integration work within an international, ever-expanding company.
You will join a dynamic, fast-growing team where we share knowledge, value open communication and support personal development.
Hybrid working, flexible working hours and the possibility to work from home or other offices.
We want to make the hiring process as smooth and transparent as possible.
Here's what you can expect after submitting your application:
✅ Application - Submit your application quickly and easily through our career page.
📞 Initial Contact - If your profile matches the role, you'll have a phone or video interview with a recruiter.
🤝 Interviews - Meet with the hiring manager and possibly other key stakeholders in one to three interviews.
📝 Assessment/Case Study - Some roles may include a case interview or assessment.
📢 References & Offer - We check your references, and if all goes well, you'll receive a job offer.
🎉 Welcome to the Team! - Once your contract is signed, we look forward to having you on board!
Excited to join us? Apply today and take the next step in your career! 🚀
SD Worx lives diversity in the workplace. Diversity provides inspiration and innovation in our company. We particularly welcome applications from qualified talent, regardless of origin, nationality, gender, skin colour, ethnic and social background, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation and stage of life.
The role
SD Worx is a leading European provider of Payroll & HR services with global reach. We are looking for a motivated M&A Counsel to join our Specialised Legal team.
As M&A Counsel, you will support SD Worx's mergers and acquisitions activities across Europe, including legal due diligence, transaction documentation, signing and closing processes, and post-closing legal integration. You will work closely with the M&A team, finance, business stakeholders, outside counsel and other legal & compliance functions.
This role is ideal for a legal professional with a strong interest in corporate transactions, excellent drafting and coordination skills, and the ambition to grow in an international corporate legal environment.
You will report to the Director Specialised Legal and work as part of an international legal team with colleagues across Europe and beyond.
What you'll do
Support the legal workstream of M&A transactions across Europe, from initial assessment and due diligence through signing, closing and post-closing integration.
Conduct and coordinate legal due diligence, identify key legal risks, prepare clear findings and work with internal stakeholders and outside counsel on mitigation actions.
Draft, review and support the negotiation of transaction documents, including non-disclosure agreements, process letters, share purchase agreements, asset purchase agreements, disclosure schedules and ancillary documents.
Manage legal transaction processes and documentation, including signing and closing mechanics, condition precedents, corporate approvals, powers of attorney and completion actions.
Collaborate closely with the M&A team, finance, tax, HR, security, privacy, business stakeholders, management, outside counsel and other legal & compliance functions.
Support the legal integration of newly acquired companies, including contract, corporate governance, compliance and legal entity follow-up actions.
Contribute to the improvement of M&A legal processes, templates, playbooks and best practices, and support other strategic corporate legal projects where needed.
Hiring process
Application
Recruiter interview
With a recruiter
A phone or video interview if your profile matches the role.
Interviews with the hiring manager
With hiring manager and key stakeholders · 1–3 sessions
Meet the hiring manager and possibly other key stakeholders.
Case interview or assessment
Not every role
Included for some roles.
Reference checks
Job offer
- SD Worx says it usually responds to applications within a week.
About SD Worx
SD Worx is a European HR and payroll services provider headquartered in Antwerp, Belgium. The company specializes in payroll administration, HR administration, and related software solutions, operating across multiple European countries with a strong focus on local expertise and compliance. With a workforce of several thousand employees, SD Worx serves a wide range of clients, from small businesses to large international corporations, and is recognized as a leading player in the European HR services market.
SD Worx has a significant presence in Spain, with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, where they deliver payroll and HR services to both Spanish and international companies. The company is known for its international and multicultural work environment, actively hiring professionals from across Europe, including roles for SAP SuccessFactors consultants, payroll specialists, and HR operations staff. For international professionals, SD Worx offers opportunities to work in a dynamic, cross-border environment, leveraging their language skills (e.g., German, French, Dutch, Finnish, Norwegian, Danish) and expertise in various HR and payroll systems, making it an attractive employer for those looking to build a career in the European HR tech sector.
- Industry
- HR Payroll
- Founded
- 1945
- Employees
- 5,000–10,000
- Headquarters
- Antwerp, Belgium
- In Spain
- Madrid, Barcelona
Good to know if you are moving
- SD Worx actively hires international professionals, with many roles explicitly requiring language skills such as German, French, Dutch, Finnish, Norwegian, or Danish, making it accessible for non-Spanish speakers.
- The company has a strong presence in Spain (Madrid and Barcelona), offering opportunities to work on Spanish payroll projects while being part of a European-wide organization.
- Many roles are client-facing and require fluency in a specific European language, so language skills are a key asset for international candidates.
- The company offers a multicultural and multilingual work environment, with teams spread across Europe.
- SD Worx provides a clear career path in HR and payroll consulting, with opportunities to specialize in SAP SuccessFactors, SAP HCM, and other HR technologies.
Location
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