Legal Counsel

For our client, a globally leading company in the new energy sector with a strong international footprint, we are looking for a
Legal Counsel (In-House)

• Working time: 30 - 40 hours each week
• Location: Munich, Germany
• Department: Legal & Compliance

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for three core areas within the Employer’s organization:

(1) drafting and reviewing legal documents, (2) providing in-house legal counseling upon request, and
(3) supporting corporate housekeeping, regulatory and legal compliance.

• Assist in drafting and preparing contract templates and periodically reviewing existing internal and/or external templates.
• Draft internal company policies and provide legal support to colleagues regarding legal matters arising from the Employer’s business activities.
• Continuously monitor legislative developments at the local, state, and federal levels in Germany and the EU, and report relevant changes in a timely manner to the General Manager and other stakeholders.
• Maintain professional relationships with external parties such as customers, subsidiaries, suppliers, subcontractors, directly employed and expatriated workers, as well as government authorities.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory and compliance requirements, including but not limited to GDPR, Supply Chain Due Diligence, Whistleblowing, and NIS2 regulations.

Expected Qualifications

• Diploma in Law (Jurisprudence), obtained from a reputable German university; bar exam qualification is a plus.
• Fluent in German and English
• Proficient in MS Office; general IT literacy expected.
• No less than 3 years of legal practice experience, either as an Attorney-at-Law (Rechtsanwalt) or in an In-House Counsel (Unternehmensjurist) role.
• Strong time management and deadline-following skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Clear and concise communication skills.
• Excellent active listening, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of responsibility.

Benefits

• Competitive and stable compensation package.
• Exposure to international and cross-border legal matters.
• Professional development within a growing global organization.
• Collaborative and structured working environment.