Osborne Clarke advises FUNKE Digital on key acquisition
Deal News | Jan 24, 2025 | Osborne Clarke

Osborne Clarke has recently advised FUNKE Digital in its strategic acquisition of two prominent job portals, praktischArzt and Medi-Karriere. This acquisition is part of FUNKE Digital's ongoing strategy to enhance its digital capabilities and expand its influence in the job market sector. The inclusion of these platforms will bolster FUNKE's service offerings as they continue to adapt to the digital transformation seen across industries. Both job portals are leading players in their respective fields, offering extensive networks and a wide range of job opportunities. Osborne Clarke, known for its expertise in legal advisory for digital transactions, played a crucial role in facilitating the acquisition process and ensuring regulatory compliance. This move marks a significant step for FUNKE Digital as it aims to leverage technology to serve better its target audiences in the job recruitment industry.
Sectors
- Digital Media
- Legal Advisory
- Recruitment
Geography
- Germany – The job portals praktischArzt and Medi-Karriere, as well as FUNKE Digital, are based in Germany.
Industry
- Digital Media – The acquisition involves digital job portals, expanding FUNKE Digital's presence in the online recruitment space.
- Legal Advisory – Osborne Clarke is a legal advisory firm providing services for the acquisition.
- Recruitment – The acquired companies, praktischArzt and Medi-Karriere, are involved in the job recruitment industry.
Financials
Participants
Name | Role | Type | Description |
---|---|---|---|
FUNKE Digital | Bidding Company/Buyer | Company | A digital branch of Funke Mediengruppe, focusing on expansion of digital platforms. |
praktischArzt | Target Company | Company | A leading job portal specializing in healthcare job opportunities. |
Medi-Karriere | Target Company | Company | A prominent job portal focusing on career opportunities in the medical field. |
Osborne Clarke | Legal Advisor | Company | An international legal practice providing advisory services in digital transactions. |