In-house Legal Counsel
Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Salary: EUR 120,000 per annum
Antal International is recruiting an In-house Legal Counsel for an international manufacturer of construction, agricultural and industrial machinery.
This is an opportunity to help establish the company’s local in-house legal capability in Germany. You will work closely with commercial and operational colleagues, providing practical advice on contracts, business projects and legal risk.
Key responsibilities
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Draft, review and advise on commercial contracts, agreements and other legal documents.
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Assess contractual and commercial risks associated with tenders and requests for proposal.
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Advise on German contract law and relevant commercial legislation.
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Support business projects by identifying legal risks and recommending practical solutions.
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Review internal procedures and recommend improvements to support legal compliance.
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Conduct legal research relating to existing operations, new jurisdictions and growth markets, coordinating specialist advice where appropriate.
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Develop and improve contract templates, internal procedures and contracting processes.
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Provide day-to-day legal advice to management and colleagues across the business.
Candidate requirements
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A degree in law.
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At least five years of relevant experience as an in-house legal counsel or practising lawyer in Germany.
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Strong knowledge of German contract law and relevant commercial legislation.
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Experience drafting and reviewing commercial agreements and assessing contractual risks.
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Proficiency in written and spoken German and English.
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Sound legal judgement, commercial awareness and the ability to explain complex matters clearly.
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Confidence working independently and managing competing priorities.
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Experience relating to construction equipment or financial leasing would be advantageous.
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Chinese language skills would be an advantage, but are not required.
The opportunity
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Salary of EUR 120,000 per annum.
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A Frankfurt-based, full-time, on-site role, with occasional travel to Waldlaubersheim.
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Broad involvement in commercial and operational legal matters.
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International exposure and the opportunity to shape the local legal function.
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Benefits to be discussed during the recruitment process.
Apply
If this opportunity is of interest, please send your CV to [email protected], copying [email protected], and we can arrange a confidential discussion.
If now is not the right time for you but you know someone who could be suitable, we welcome recommendations.