2026, Student / Research Assistant, Munich

Research Assistant at Clyde & Co Munich

Become Part of Our Story!

If you're keen to embark on a career in law, working as a research assistant with us could be the perfect stepping stone. It will give you a real insight into our firm and the opportunity to learn about how the law is applied in our core industry sectors.

We're a growing firm (one of the fastest growing in the world, in fact). And we work at the heart of sectors that drive global trade and commerce. It makes this an unrivalled opportunity to take on exciting, high‑profile work and to grow as rapidly as us.

Ready to help create the next chapter of our story? Join our growing Munich office as a Research Assistant / Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeit*in (m/w/d)

Clyde & Co is a leading global law firm, helping organisations successfully navigate risk and maximise opportunity in the sectors that underpin global trade and commercial activity and enable global prosperity, namely: insurance, professional services, aviation, marine, construction, energy, and commodities.

Globally integrated, the firm has 500 partners and 5500 people overall in over 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. For more information, please visit

In Germany, around 70 lawyers at our offices in Düsseldorf, Hamburg, and Munich advise national and international companies, insurance companies, and financial institutions, with a focus on insurance and liability law, dispute resolution, maritime law, data protection, transactions and regulatory issues.

Your Role And Responsibilities

• You will support the work of our associates and participate in national and international mandates.
• You will research and analyse laws, regulations and court rulings.
• You will be responsible for managing client and case files and preparing legal briefs.
• You enjoy researching legal issues and assist in the preparation of presentations and specialist articles.
• You are keen to take on general organisational and administrative tasks.

Candidate Requirements

• Completed first state examination
• Possess analytical capabilities and problem‑solving skills
• Communicate effectively, with superior writing ability
• Show attention to detail and organisational efficiency
• Be intellectually curious and able to adapt to new challenges
• Openness and enjoyment of contact with international colleagues from different cultures

What We Offer

• Direct collaboration with experienced practitioners on significant international matters
• Personalised development opportunities
• Dedicated mentorship and a supportive "buddy" system to help you navigate firm culture
• Integration into our collegial teams in our state‑of‑the‑art office
• Social events like
• Thirsty Thursday
• Summer event
• Other highlights

Support us in our legal work as a research assistant and find out what everyday working life is like at our firm.