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Title
Text copied to clipboard!Senior Corporate Legal Counsel
Description
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We are looking for a highly qualified Senior Corporate Legal Counsel to join our in-house legal team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate law, regulatory compliance, and legal risk management. They will play a key role in protecting the company’s legal interests by providing strategic advice to leadership and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
The Senior Corporate Legal Counsel will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex contracts, including commercial agreements, strategic partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, and service contracts. They will also manage litigation, coordinate with external law firms, and represent the company before regulatory authorities when necessary.
This role requires excellent knowledge of corporate law, commercial law, labor law, and intellectual property. The candidate must be able to work independently, manage multiple cases simultaneously, and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
We are seeking a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and a high level of professional ethics. Experience in an international environment or a regulated industry is a significant asset.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Provide strategic legal advice to management
- Draft and review complex commercial contracts
- Ensure regulatory compliance of the company
- Manage litigation and legal disputes
- Oversee internal legal audits
- Collaborate with external law firms
- Train internal teams on legal matters
- Participate in mergers and acquisitions negotiations
- Assess legal risks related to business projects
- Represent the company before regulatory authorities
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Master’s degree in Law or equivalent
- Minimum 8 years of experience in corporate law
- Excellent knowledge of corporate and commercial law
- Experience managing complex contracts
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Fluency in legal French and English
- Experience in an international environment preferred
- Knowledge of industry-specific regulations
- Analytical mindset and professional rigor
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What is your experience in corporate law?
- Have you managed mergers or acquisitions before?
- How do you handle non-compliance situations?
- What is your approach to contract negotiation?
- Have you worked with regulatory authorities?
- How do you prioritize your legal cases?
- What is your experience in litigation management?
- Are you fluent in legal English?
- Do you have experience in a regulated industry?
- How do you train internal teams on legal matters?
