Legal Leader Sustainability
Legal Leader Sustainability
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Job Description
We are strengthening our Legal & Governance team and therefore we are looking for a Legal Leader Sustainability based in Delft The Netherlands. The Legal Leader will focus on minimizing legal risks while embracing entrepreneurship and fostering business opportunities by providing legal advice on sustainability related topics.
As a Legal Leader Sustainability you will work closely together with the sustainability legal counsel in IKEA Supply with the Legal Counsels IP the Sustainability Managers and their teams and with the General Counsel of Inter IKEA Group. You will be part of (or lead) a legal network of expertise around sustainabilityrelated topics and provide practical businessoriented legal advice to the finance sustainability and business teams of Inter IKEA Systems. You will also have group wide responsibilities and tasks to steer the topic across the Inter IKEA Group and act as a sparring partner with specialist knowledge.
Within your assignment you will be proactively advising or consulted on various Environmental Social & Governance (ESG) and Corporate Sustainability Reporting (CSR) topics. Together with the sustainability teams you will keep the IKEA business abreast of important ESG risks that (could) affect the Inter IKEA Group and its business in respect of laws and regulations and caselaw implications globally. You will also support the business in the contracting around sustainabilityrelated partnerships.
Additionally you will have the opportunity to advise on Inter IKEA Group communications regarding human rights and social topics the energy transition & climate change and risks and opportunities arising from the operationalization of sustainability targets.
You will support with the development and delivery of longterm plans for the Legal & Governance team and contribute to the implementation of an effective and efficient Inter IKEA Group governance structure that embeds sustainability requirements.
Qualifications :
We are looking for an experienced handson Legal Leader Sustainability that has an overall and indepth knowledge of legal aspects of sustainability related topics including ESG CSR and more specifically binding regulations applicable to Inter IKEA Group and across the value chain.
You have a growth mindset are curious to explore and eager to learn. You gained your knowledge and experience as an inhouse legal counsel or attorneyatlaw in an international legal or business environment. In addition you enjoy being a flexible team player who embraces collaboration in crossfunctional teams in a fastpaced and diverse global environment.
Apart from that you have:
- A university degree in Law (EU University)
- 7 years of professional experience as an inhouse legal counsel or attorneyatlaw in an international legal or business environment. Managerial experience is a plus
- Overall indepth knowledge of (legal) sustainability topics in the broadest sense
- A flexible and businessoriented approach while thoughtfully managing legal and compliance risks
- A broad business perspective and ability to quickly gain understanding of business situations and identify root causes
- Confidence and the ability to effectively manage complex situations with internal and external stakeholders
- The energy drive and commitment to deliver businessoriented and pragmatic results
- You are excellent in written and oral communication and have strong interpersonal skills
- The ability to create trust and build strong networks and relationships in a diverse global business environment.
As English is the main language within the company you need to be fluent in English for this role (Dutch is a plus).
If that sounds like you we look forward to meeting you!
Additional Information :
Inter IKEA Group brings together three core businesses: Retail Concept Range and Supply. Together we work constantly to improve the IKEA home furnishing offer and make it more accessible for the many people.
Our aim is to provide our partners in the franchise system with the best conditions to implement and operate the IKEA Concept and to create a strong foundation for future expansion and growth.
An important part of our success is our unique culture and open working environment. Together we create a workplace where everyone feels free to be themselves to experiment try new ways and dare to ask What if We believe in everyday personal growth and offer the opportunity to develop your career globally.
Read more about us at: .
We offer an exciting work environment in a global marketplace with exceptional opportunities to grow and develop together with us. You will be part of a flexible valuesdriven and open organization and will get the opportunity to work with a fantastic brand! This is a fulltime position based in Delft The Netherlands with occasional travel abroad.
Please send your application CV and letter of motivation in English. We are continuously interviewing candidates for this role so dont hesitate to submit your application.
In case you have any questions about the role please reach out to Hannes Bierman (Legal Counsel Manager IP at IISBV) via
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
