EMEA Commercial Counsel
Our client is a trusted global innovator in IT and business services operating in over 50 counteries. They offer consulting, industry solutions, IT modernization and management services to clients wroldwide. We are seeking a Corporate Counsel to provide comprehensive legal support across a wide range of commercial matters. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in client and vendor contracting, sales and change orders, and technology-related agreements. This role involves working independently on complex legal issues, with oversight from senior legal leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide timely legal advice to internal departments regarding contractual obligations and commitments.
- Advise management on complex legal matters, clearly communicating risks and recommendations across regulatory, compliance, financial, and contractual areas.
- Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including MSAs (client and vendor), commercial lease documents, sales and change orders, and vendor contracts.
- Collaborate professionally with vendors, clients, internal departments, and global corporate affiliates.
Qualifications & Requirements
- LLB or equivalent Bachelor of Law degree.
- Several years of relevant legal experience, including a mix of law firm and in-house counsel roles (minimum two years in-house).
- Experience in the data center or technology industry is a plus.
- Strong skills in contract drafting, negotiation, and commercial terms.
- Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a global legal team.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, with excellent proofreading skills.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
- Full professional fluency in German and English is required.
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