Business Unit Head of Legal (f/m/d)

If you really want to make a difference make it with us

Siemens Mobility is a separately managed company of Siemens AG and has been a leading supplier in the field of mobility for over 160 years.

Our core business includes rail vehicles, rail automation and electrification solutions, turnkey systems and related services.

We have always been very innovative in making traveling faster, safer and more comfortable. Today, we need new solutions to new challenges such as climate change and rising populations worldwide.

That's what drives us. That's why we shape mobility with passion, always being one step ahead. Through digitalization, we make infrastructures smart and create opportunities that get us from A to B sustainably and seamlessly.

Our 39,800 employees are pioneers in mobility who help to keep the world moving.

What do you contribute?

Our central legal department, comprising nearly 200 professionals, provides comprehensive legal support to all business units involved in creating innovative mobility solutions.

In this role, you will have a significant impact on high-profile projects, overseeing the legal aspects of business operations and ensuring effective risk management.

• Lead a team of twelve lawyers and contract managers, reporting directly to the General Counsel of Siemens Mobility.
• Take responsibility for the legal support of business unit projects and legal proceedings.
• Oversee and coordinate all legal matters across different business units and national subsidiaries, ensuring alignment within the matrix organization.
• Implement legal standards and ensure relevant training within the business unit.
• Collaborate closely with other business units and national subsidiaries to drive cohesive legal strategies.
• Provide guidance to the management team on legal and risk-related issues to support informed decision-making.

What do you bring along?

• You are a fully qualified lawyer with an excellent academic background and more than seven years of experience in the legal department of an international company handling large infrastructure projects.
• You inspire, motivate, and lead a team of highly skilled legal professionals with empathy and decisiveness.
• Furthermore, you have strong communication skills, allowing you to engage effectively with stakeholders at all management levels.
• You possess solid business acumen, particularly in risk assessment, contract negotiations, and claim management.
• Additionally, you have a passion for working on international topics, and ideally, you have experience in the Middle East or Africa region.
• You have excellent command of English, both written and verbal.

What do we offer you?

Relocation support

We welcome applications from people all over the world. That's why we support you with relocation costs and dealing with the authorities, among other things.

Compatibility family and career

With an additional childcare allowance and a company kindergarten, we help you to concentrate fully on your career without losing sight of the demands of your family life.

Mobile working / Remote working

With us, you will have the opportunity to work hybrid. This means that you can work remotely to a considerable extent. We have officially regulated this through a company agreement.

Inclusion & Diversity

At Siemens Mobility, we're committed to fighting injustice and inequality. At our company, you will find an environment where you can be yourself and belong.

You can find an overview of our benefits here.

How do you get in touch with us?

www.siemens.de / mobility

if you would like to find out more about Siemens Mobility before applying.

www.siemens.com / global / en / company / jobs / faq.html

if you would like to obtain more information about the application process.

49 (9131) 17 5243-0

if you would like to clarify further questions about the position via our applicant hotline.

www.siemens.com / mobility-jobs

if you would like more information about jobs and careers at Siemens.

As an equal-opportunity employer we are happy to consider applications from individuals with disabilities.

The contact person handling this job ad is Mr. Karl-Christian Gerbaulet.