Intern, Legal and Mergers and Acquisitions - Aarhus

Location: Viby J, DK

Based in Aarhus, Denmark you will join our global team of highly experienced specialists in Legal and in Mergers and Acquisition (M&A) in a broad role working closely with our lawyers and M&A specialists in providing advice and support to all areas of Arla’s business across the entire value chain.

This may range from legal issues involving farmers/members, suppliers, dairies/production to sales, marketing, distribution and logistics as well as different compliance functions, including data privacy, sanctions, anti-bribery and competition law. The position may also involve assisting on our group restructurings and M&A projects.

How you will make an impact
The position is based in Arla's corporate headquarter in Viby outside Aarhus, Denmark. We are looking for an intern to support the department in a variety of tasks and assignments related to our projects and daily work. Depending on your profile and qualifications, you will to a certain degree be able to influence the content and nature of the position but should also expect some routine/administrative assignments.

Specific tasks may include:

• Legal research, preparation of background memoranda and preparation of contract templates
• Assisting in drafting and negotiating agreements, including Confidentiality Agreements, Supply, Distribution, Agency, Logistics and Warehousing Agreements
• Work on our sanctions screening process
• Assisting on the Arla Foods data privacy compliance program, including documentation and assessments of data processing activities
• Supporting the business in their compliance tasks and updating communication material and tools such as standards, templates etc.
• Assisting data privacy related matter handling, such as data subject requests
• Assisting in M&A processes and participating in due diligence
• Administrative tasks

What will make you successful
We are looking for a 1st or 2nd year Master's law or business law student to join our team full-time for one semester. Knowledge of or interest in data privacy and other compliance disciplines is preferable but prior knowledge is not a pre-requisite. Most importantly the right candidate has a positive can-do attitude and a strong desire to learn and work within a broad range of legal domains.

The ideal candidate should have a strong analytical skillset, a curious attitude and a clear interest in succeeding as part of a well performing team. We expect you to have strong communication skills and be proficient in both verbal and written English.

What do we offer?
As an intern in Arla's Legal and M&A department, you will experience a steep learning curve in one of the largest and most respected corporations in Denmark. We will take you on as a full member of the team and actively help you develop skills and qualifications relevant for your longer-term career goals.

As an intern at Arla Foods, you can join the Arla Young Community. This vibrant and diverse community connects talented Student Assistants and Interns, offering networking opportunities, knowledge sharing, and possibilities for personal development. Connect with like-minded individuals, gain insights from experienced professionals, and participate in exciting events. Grow both personally and professionally during your time as an Intern at Arla Foods.

Would you like to join us?
Please apply as soon as possible as we will process applications on a continuous basis and close recruitment once the right candidate is found.

For additional information, please call Head of Legal – International and Data Privacy, Joris Andersen at +45 91 31 60 28.

We have a purpose for Good
At Arla, we strive to unlock the highest potential in each other while working together to create a sustainable future of dairy. We call it Stronger People Stronger Planet and it is deeply anchored in our organisation and founded on our commitment to respecting human rights, increasing access to healthy dairy nutrition, inspiring good food habits, and improving the environment for future generations. In order to succeed we need to hire people with a sustainable mindset. Could this be you?

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