Legal Counsel Commercial Law

Legal Counsel - Commercial Law Location: Bremen An international engineering and manufacturing group is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join its legal team. This role focuses on contract and commercial law, supporting business units across a range of complex projects and operations. Key Responsibilities: Advise business units on contract and commercial law matters. Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements (e.g. R&D, cooperation, services, leases, financing, NDAs, intra-group). Develop and standardise contract templates and legal processes. Handle legal issues relating to supplier insolvencies. Support projects from concept through to implementation. Assist with IP-related matters (trademarks, copyright, patents) in coordination with relevant teams. Conduct legal risk assessments and provide actionable recommendations. Monitor legal developments and assess business impact. Coordinate with external counsel, notaries, and authorities. Collaborate closely with internal legal teams and cross-functional departments. Requirements: Fully qualified lawyer (or equivalent, e.g. LL.M.). Several years’ experience in private practice or in-house. Strong expertise in contract and commercial law. Industry experience (e.g. engineering, manufacturing, construction) preferred. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Ability to work cross-functionally with technical and business teams. Independent, structured, and solution-oriented approach. Fluent in German and English. What’s on Offer: Varied role in an international environment. Flexible working arrangements and collaborative culture. Competitive benefits package (e.g. wellness, discounts, mobility schemes). Opportunity to shape processes and contribute to business success. Supportive, family-friendly workplace.

Legal Counsel - Corporate Law Location: Bremen An international engineering and manufacturing group is seeking a Legal Counsel to support its legal department. The role focuses on corporate, contract, and commercial law, advising business units and contributing to complex, cross-border projects. Key Responsibilities: Provide corporate law support for domestic and international entities. Advise on governance, decision-making processes, and committee matters. Draft, review, and negotiate corporate agreements and project documentation. Support strategic initiatives, restructurings, and company formations. Prepare legal analyses and recommendations for senior management. Monitor legal developments and translate them into practical guidance. Coordinate with external counsel, notaries, and authorities. Collaborate closely with internal legal teams to deliver efficient legal support. Requirements: Fully qualified lawyer. Several years’ experience in a law firm or in-house legal role. Strong expertise in corporate and commercial law Experience with complex transactions/projects preferred. Clear, structured communicator with strong stakeholder management skills. Independent, solution-oriented working style. Fluent in German and English. What’s on Offer: Diverse role in an international environment. Flexible working arrangements and supportive team culture. Employee benefits (e.g. wellness, discounts, mobility schemes). Opportunities to contribute ideas and shape projects. Family-friendly policies and supportive workplace culture.

Senior Legal & Compliance Counsel - Eastern Europe and Central AsiaLocation: Dubai A role that inspires you Join an internationally active medical technology organisation as Senior Legal & Compliance Counsel, combining strategic legal advisory with hands-on compliance leadership. In this role, you will act as a trusted partner to business leaders, supporting commercial activities while strengthening governance and regulatory frameworks in a highly regulated environment. Key Responsibilities: Provide pragmatic legal advice to commercial and operational functions. Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, particularly distribution and service contracts. Advise on indirect sales models and distributor lifecycle management. Provide guidance on competition law, export controls, sanctions, and trade compliance. Manage local litigation and coordinate external legal counsel. Support corporate governance, data protection (GDPR), and regulatory compliance matters. Implement and oversee the Compliance Management System. Conduct compliance risk assessments and third-party due diligence. Support internal investigations and remediation measures. Ensure compliant interactions with healthcare professionals and public authorities. Deliver training on compliance, anti-corruption, competition law, data protection, and export controls. Collaborate closely with Commercial, Finance, HR, Supply Chain, and Operations teams. Your Profile: Law degree with admission to practice in Eastern Europe or Central Asia. 7–10 years’ legal experience in healthcare, medical devices, or another regulated industry. Strong background in commercial contracting, particularly distribution and service agreements. Expertise in compliance programme management and anti-corruption frameworks (e.g. FCPA, UK Bribery Act). Solid knowledge of healthcare compliance, GDPR, and third-party risk management. Strong communication and training skills with a business-oriented mindset. What’s on Offer? A senior dual legal and compliance role with strategic visibility. Close collaboration with leadership and cross-functional teams. Opportunity to shape governance structures in a regulated, international environment. Long-term development prospects within a stable organisation.

Senior Legal Counsel Location: Bonn A role that inspires you Join a leading, future-focused industrial group and contribute to shaping sustainable infrastructure solutions across Germany and Europe. As a Senior Legal Counsel, you will provide comprehensive legal advice to both headquarters and operational units, working on a wide range of commercial and strategic topics in a dynamic, decentralised environment. Key Responsibilities: Advise head office and operational units on commercial and corporate law, contract law, antitrust and competition law, IT law and data protection, environmental and energy law, and compliance. Provide legal support for day-to-day operations, projects, and complex contract negotiations. Support transactions and projects related to digitisation, procurement, sales, plant, land, and share acquisitions, as well as restructuring measures. Coordinate and manage external law firms on specialised legal matters. Your Profile: Completed legal training with at least one distinction. Junior professional or lawyer with up to 6 years of relevant professional experience. Strong analytical, conceptual, and strategic thinking skills. Independent, structured, and creative working style. Very good communication and negotiation skills. What’s on Offer? A stable role within a well-established group with a collaborative, values-driven culture. Exposure to a broad range of legal topics and high-impact projects. Opportunities to take on responsibility early and develop professionally. Flexible working arrangements, including mobile working and regulated working hours. Internal mobility and long-term career development opportunities across locations.