Interim M&A Counsel (Post-Deal Integration) | Global Packaging Tech | Europe
MLA is supporting an innovative, high-growth global packaging technology business looking to engage an experienced M&A lawyer to support on a live European acquisition and integration project.
This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in the post-deal phase of a strategic acquisition in Italy, working closely with senior leadership in a commercially driven environment.
The Role
You’ll support the business through the final stages of deal execution and post-acquisition integration, following the purchase of a business based in Northern Italy.
Key areas will include:
- Post-deal integration support, ensuring smooth transition into the wider group
- Advising on corporate, governance and structural matters arising from the transaction
- Partnering with internal stakeholders to embed the acquired business operationally and legally
- Supporting on cross-border M&A-related issues across European jurisdictions
- Acting as a trusted adviser to senior business stakeholders during a critical growth phase
This is a hands-on, highly commercial role suited to someone comfortable operating autonomously in a dynamic, international environment.
Candidate Profile
- Senior corporate lawyer with 10–20 years’ PQE
- Strong private M&A experience from a leading law firm
- Qualified in UK, US or Italy
- Experience supporting cross-border transactions and post-deal integration
- Italian language skills are required
- Likely operating in an independent / fractional capacity
Logistics & Timeline
- Start: Flexible – initial ramp-up from June/July
- Peak period: September–October (deal close targeted for end October 2026)
- Duration: Through to November/December (integration phase)
- Location: Flexible – London, Amsterdam, or Italy, with travel between as needed
- Working pattern: Fluid (initial hourly basis, moving to more structured support during peak period)
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