As a project manager of interdisciplinary teams, Lukas is constantly learning.

Lukas, you studied business law. How do you use this knowledge in your work?

In my job, I create and coordinate presentations and proposals for potential clients. This is a joint task that I am working on together with colleagues from KPMG Law and KPMG AG. The process is complex, as colleagues from different specialist areas and countries contribute their expertise. My job is to define the process, structure the necessary content and ensure that the graphical representations of facts and consulting services are easy for clients to understand despite their complexity. My knowledge of commercial law helps me in that I can quickly grasp legal content and then present it to third parties in an understandable way. It also helps me to analyze requirements and offers and to identify necessary services. Thanks to my expertise, I am able to carry out essential market research and involve the right employees and organizations in the preparation of a proposal. Of course, organizational skills, strong communication skills and creativity are also essential for my job.

Sounds challenging! Which project have you been particularly enthusiastic about so far?

What I remember most is the proposal for a DAX mandate in the area of software development. Within a very short space of time, we had to prepare a comprehensive proposal that specifically tailored global consulting services from over 80 countries to the client’s requirements. For global projects such as this, we can draw on an international network of 3,800 lawyers. This global “Legal Service Network” helps us to make correct use of the different legal conditions from country to country and to bring them together in one offer. As a team, we then developed a comprehensive strategy on how to combine the various legal bases – and were successful with it. We have won the mandate.

The project is a perfect example of what I love about my job: experts from all over the world are facing the same challenge and pulling together. We learn from each other, we grow together and we win together. This creates a strong sense of togetherness.

Exciting! With such large projects, you get to see a lot. What has been your most important learning so far?

Sounds simple, but it’s true: you never stop learning

So much comes together when working on global projects. Each project brings a new insight or opens up a new perspective from which to view the whole. The interaction between different disciplines often gives me new insights into a wide range of topics that I have never had any contact with before. Such interdisciplinary cooperation within the network promotes innovative ideas that often lead to the best solutions. So I couldn’t name one particular learning. It’s more about constant learning and discovery, and I really like that.

Working in a network gives you the opportunity to develop personally. Are there other KPMG Law programs and benefits that you use?

I’m a big fan of self-determination and flexibility in everyday life. Accordingly, I make full use of the fleXwork model. I can plan my working hours flexibly and implement projects more efficiently because I can organize my work better and according to my needs. This freedom helps me to be more productive and find a good balance between work and private life. In addition, the Law Essentials development program enables me to constantly improve my technical know-how. These training courses and advanced training programs provide me with practical knowledge of software applications, strengthen the soft skills I need and give me new impetus for my day-to-day work. This allows us all to work together more efficiently, deepen technical skills and live a culture of continuous development.

What should lawyers know about KPMG Law?

KPMG Law means multidisciplinary cooperation at eye level, supported by the ‘Duz culture’ and a dynamic atmosphere in which creativity and personal responsibility are encouraged. Coordination between different disciplines and countries means that all parties involved need a deep understanding of their own tasks and need to apply their expertise in the right place. KPMG Law supports us with clear structures and processes. Regular team and feedback meetings help us to discuss challenges openly. This culture of knowledge sharing enables us to offer creative and future-oriented solutions that help our clients make sustainable progress.

So if you are looking for continuous development in an innovative environment with legal, commercial and technological aspects, this is the right place for you.