Description:
How brave are you? We are a high-tech company providing machine tools and laser technology, and are looking for people who can face new challenges with a fresh mind. As an independent family company, we offer you the freedom and trust to put your brave ideas into practice. With you on board, we would like to power ahead with the digital networking of the manufacturing industry. Our passion and creative drive ensure that we are an innovative force – across the globe at over 80 A Machinery Manufacturing Company locations.We are seeking an In-House Counsel to join our us in as our primary legal representative. You will play a pivotal role in providing expert advice and guidance on various legal matters. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with an interest in technology and developing oneself.
- Providing accurate, relevant, and timely advice on a variety of legal topics that relate to the business sector and their products or services.
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various commercial contracts and agreements.
- Managing and mitigating legal risks by designing and implementing company policies and procedures.
- Ensuring compliance with all laws and regulations that apply to the business.
- Promoting legal, compliance and risk management best practice throughout the company.
- Communicating with and managing any third-party bodies such as external counsel or auditors. Manage outside counsel relationships, billing, and accountability;
- Work in close collaboration with global legal department and ensure that our local structure is align with global legal department.
- Staying up-to-date with changes to legislation, particularly in relation to laws, rules and regulations that directly affect your business and specific industry.
- Manage our USMCA structure and ensure that we fulfilling all legal requirements that are specific to the corporate structure.
Experience:
Strong analytical, organizational and coordination skills; Strong verbal and written communication skills required. Experience drafting agreements is preferred but not required;
Prior experience with litigation is helpful, but not required. Ability to problem solve and to provide practical, risk-based advice. Ability to work independently and take ownership.
Education:
Legal degree required; excellent academic credentials, including a JD from an accredited law school and active license to practice law.
