Senior Legal Counsel

Senior Legal Counsel  Private practice sharpens you. But after a few years, many lawyers find themselves asking whether they're building something, or just billing it. If you're ready to step in-house and own a legal function properly, this is worth your attention. The Opportunity A well-established international business is building out its legal presence in Portugal and wants a Senior Legal Counsel to lead that effort. You'll be the primary legal voice for the Portuguese operation, working directly with senior stakeholders on commercial, regulatory and compliance matters, with the chance to contribute to broader European legal work as the role develops. It's the kind of position where you'll see the direct impact of your advice on real business decisions. The Role The work is genuinely varied. Day to day, you'll be: Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts, including construction agreements, supply contracts and distribution partnerships Advising on competition and regulatory matters, particularly around distribution and sales channels Building and maintaining contract templates, legal policies and compliance procedures Identifying and managing legal risk across the business Handling claims, disputes and regulatory matters as they arise Delivering internal legal training and supporting ethics and compliance programmes You won't be siloed. This is a broad, hands-on role with genuine visibility at a senior level. The Company A sizeable international business with operations across Europe. The Portuguese entity is an important part of the group, and this hire reflects a genuine commitment to building proper in-house legal capability locally. You'll be part of a wider international legal community, with the autonomy of running a lean local function and the support of a larger organisation behind you. What You'll Need A law degree (Licenciatura or Master's) and admission to the Ordem dos Advogados Experience in an international corporate environment, ideally including time in an in-house role Strong commercial instincts and the confidence to give clear, practical advice under pressure Fluency in Portuguese and English, written and spoken How to Apply Get in touch with the MAM Gruppe team. Your CV doesn't need to be up to date. Send what you have, or just give us a call for a confidential conversation.

Legal Counsel The Opportunity If you're a qualified German lawyer with solid commercial experience and you've wondered what it would be like to move in-house at a serious European energy business, this is worth a look. You'll have real ownership of the German legal function, genuine access to strategic decisions, and the backing of a well-resourced European legal team behind you. The Role Reporting to the Head of Legal for Europe, you'll act as the primary legal contact for the German business. The work is varied and substantive: real estate, permitting, construction, commercial contracts, M&A support, regulatory compliance, and energy trading. No two weeks will look the same. You'll advise across business units on new project acquisitions and partnerships, which means involvement from the earliest structuring conversations through to contract execution. You'll also manage relationships with external law firms, with a clear mandate to keep spend efficient and hold suppliers accountable. This is a broad, senior individual contributor role with meaningful stakeholder exposure and the autonomy to shape how legal support is delivered in Germany. The Company A well-established energy business with a significant European footprint and a growing onshore presence in Germany. The legal function is structured at a European level, which means you'll work alongside counterparts across multiple jurisdictions and have access to a broader network of legal expertise where you need it. What You'll Need German qualified lawyer with at least 5 years post-qualification experience Background in a corporate law firm or in-house legal environment Solid experience managing commercial contracts Fluent in both German and English Comfortable managing external counsel and advising senior stakeholders How to Apply Get in touch with the MAM Gruppe team to find out more. Your CV doesn't need to be up to date. Send what you have, or just give us a call.

Legal Counsel - Corporate Law Location: Wurzburg A role that inspires you As Legal Counsel - Corporate Law, you will join an international in-house legal team advising on complex cross-border matters. You will support the business on corporate law, contract law and M&A issues, working closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors across an internationally operating group. Key Responsibilities: Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts, including distribution, supply, licensing and service agreements. Advising on international trade and cross-border contractual matters. Providing legal guidance on corporate governance and company law compliance. Drafting and reviewing shareholder resolutions, shareholder agreements and other corporate documentation. Supporting M&A transactions from due diligence to closing, including acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures and strategic partnerships. Coordinating with external legal advisors and internal stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions. Your Profile: Fully qualified lawyer with above-average state exams or an internationally comparable qualification. Professional experience in corporate law, contract law and M&A. Proven track record advising on complex international transactions. Pragmatic and commercially minded, with a focus on robust legal solutions. Confident communicator able to explain complex issues clearly and present alternative options. Intercultural competence and strong collaboration skills. Fluent English, written and spoken, with willingness to travel. What’s on Offer? A varied role with a high level of autonomy. Collaboration with experienced and qualified colleagues. Flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes. Flexible working hours. 30 days’ annual leave.

Senior Legal Counsel - Competition Law Location: Hamburg Our client is seeking a Senior Competition Lawyer to advise on a broad range of antitrust and regulatory matters. In this role, you will act as a key legal partner to the business, supporting complex projects and ensuring compliant, commercially sound decision-making across a dynamic operating environment. Key Responsibilities: Provide legal advice on German and EU competition law across business activities. Manage and support merger control processes and regulatory filings. Handle investigations, including cartel and behavioural matters, and conduct internal reviews. Advise on pricing strategies, distribution models, and dominance-related issues. Support competition litigation and related claims management. Develop and implement competition compliance programmes and training initiatives. Act as a trusted advisor to commercial, procurement, and senior leadership teams. Your Profile: Fully qualified German lawyer (Volljurist). 3-5 years’ experience in competition or antitrust law, gained in private practice, in-house, or with a regulatory authority. Broad expertise across advisory, merger control, and investigations. Strong understanding of German and EU competition law frameworks. Commercially minded with the ability to translate legal risk into practical guidance. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Fluent German and English skills. What’s on Offer? A high-impact in-house role within a large-scale, market-leading organisation. Exposure to complex and varied competition law matters. Close collaboration with business stakeholders and decision-makers. Competitive remuneration and long-term development opportunities.