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Legal Counsel

Alstom


Job Location:

Copenhagen - Denmark

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 18 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 15 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Req ID:506384

At Alstom we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains metros monorails and trams to turnkey systems services infrastructure signalling and digital mobility we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day 80000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

In Denmark Alstom is playing a key role in the largest public infrastructure and transportation investments in Danish history including delivering the trainsets of the future to be used throughout the Danish railway network. Alstom needs you to support the successful delivery of these projects.

Could you be the full-time onsite Legal Counsel in Copenhagen DK were looking for

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your legal expertise in a new cutting-edge field. Youll work alongside dynamic and collaborative teammates. Youll play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of the large public infrastructure and transportation projects.

Day-to-day youll work closely with teams across the business (project managers contract managers and technical teams) provide legal and contractual guidance under Danish law and promote Alstoms Code of Ethics while adhering to the highest standards of ethical conduct and much more.

Well look to you for:

  • Providing legal support and expertise to project and contract managers on issues arising from business activities with customers partners and sub-suppliers
  • Handling corporate law matters ensuring compliance with local and international regulations
  • Promoting and upholding the Alstom Code of Ethics and adhering to the highest standards of ethical conduct
  • Delivering sound risk analysis and strategic legal advice to support decision-making
  • Drafting reviewing and negotiating complex contracts including those related to construction IT and project development
  • Supporting the resolution of disputes through negotiation or other means
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to address legal issues in a practical and solution-oriented manner
  • Advising on Danish law issues and ensuring compliance with local legal requirements
  • Contributing to the development and implementation of legal strategies that align with business objectives
  • Facilitating knowledge sharing and providing guidance to the Nordics legal team and other stakeholders

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. Thats why we dont expect you to have every single skill. Instead weve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

  • Degree in Danish Law
  • Experience or understanding of long-term complex contracts such as construction IT project development or similar
  • Knowledge of dispute resolution negotiation or teaching in a legal context
  • Familiarity with Danish legal systems and corporate law matters
  • Initiative to proactively provide guidance in complex situations
  • Adaptability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and manage multiple tasks effectively
  • Fluency in Danish and excellent English communication skills

Things youll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey. The rail industry is here to stay so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. Youll also:

  • Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
  • Work with a highly international team environment consisting of 25 different nationalities in Denmark alone on some of the largest public infrastructure and transportation projects in Danish history
  • Progress towards career development opportunities within the Nordics legal team and beyond
  • Utilise our dynamic inclusive and forward-thinking working environment
  • Contribute to innovative projects
  • Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
  • Benefit from our investment in your development through award-winning learning
  • Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life medical pension)

You dont need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family youll be proud. If youre up for the challenge wed love to hear from you.

Important to note

As a global business were an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. Were committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.


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Leading the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, Alstom develops and markets integrated systems that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation.

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