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Gesucht : Head of Corporate Legal (m / f / d)

Personalwerk Sourcing GmbHDresden, Sachsen, Deutschland

Vor 30+ Tagen

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Our client, an international company, well renowned in its industry, is currently searching for experienced Head of Corporate Legal. This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the legal strategy, operations, and risk management across the corporate functions of the organization. This position requires deep expertise in corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, regulatory compliance, contract negotiations, and legal risk management, and acts as a strategic partner to the executive leadership team to safeguard the organization’s interests.

We are looking for a Head of Group for Corporate Legal & Regulatory affairs across all Germany

Acting as the new Head of Group for Corporate Legal & Regulatory Affairs, you will take over a senior leadership role. You will be responsible for overseeing the legal strategy, operations, and risk management across the corporate functions of the organization. Your position requires profound expertise in corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, regulatory compliance, contract negotiations, and legal risk management, since you will be a strategic partner to the executive leadership team which is safeguarding the organization’s interests.

Your tasks and responsibilities

Legal Strategy & Leadership

Develop and execute the overall legal strategy for corporate functions and ensure alignment with the organization’s business objectives
Provide expert and strategic legal advice to the board, senior management, and business units on all corporate legal matters, including compliance, transactions, and regulatory affairs
Lead the corporate legal team and promote a collaborative high-performance culture

Mergers, Acquisitions & Transactions

Oversee legal aspects of mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures

Collaborate with external legal counsels when necessary, and represent the organization efficiently and effectively

Regulatory Affairs

Act as main point of contact for all regulatory parties on a group level

Build and maintain successful relationships with regulatory bodies, external counsels, and other key stakeholders to protect the organization’s legal and business interests

Contract Management

Oversee the negotiations, drafts, and reviews of key corporate contracts and agreements, including service agreements, vendor contracts, and partnership agreements

Implement efficient contract management systems and processes across the organization

Risk Management

Identify, assess, and manage legal risks associated with the company’s business activities

Work closely with the risk management team to ensure proactive legal risk management and mitigation strategies

Lead investigations into significant legal issues and disputes, managing litigation, arbitration, or other dispute resolution processes when necessary

Team Leadership & Development

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of in-house corporate lawyers and legal professionals

Manage sustainable relationships with external law firms, which ensure high-quality service and cost-effective solutions

Stakeholder Management

Act as a trusted advisor to internal business units who provides practical and actionable legal advice

Your skills and experience

University degree in law / legal sciences

Admission / license to practice law in relevant jurisdiction(s)

Many years (10+) of legal experience with a focus on corporate legal matters, including extensive experience in a senior leadership role within a corporate environment

Proven track record in corporate governance, mergers & acquisitions, compliance, and industry-specific regulations

Extensive experience in working with C-suite executives and board members

Excellent communication, negotiation, and management skills for leading cross-functional teams

An upright personality with distinct work ethics and sound judgment in complex legal matters and the ability to work in a fast-paced, highly dynamic environment while managing multiple projects simultaneously

Sounds like your future careerpath?

Then send your application directly to us using our online form. You can easily attach your documents, including your salary expectations and your earliest possible starting date. By submitting your application, you agree that we will forward your documents to our client.

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Personalwerk GmbH

Dieselstraße 22, 61184 Karben

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