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.