ABOUT
Our client is an international telecommunications company and a key player in global connectivity. The company leads cutting-edge infrastructure development across Europe the Middle East and Africa. At this moment our client is seeking a dynamic and motivated Legal Counsel to join their international legal team. This position is central to the companys contractual regulatory and corporate operations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Customer Contract Negotiation:
- Drafting and negotiating a range of agreements including NDAs Master Service Agreements Construction & Maintenance Agreements Indefeasible Right of Use (IRU) Agreements and Landing Party Agreements.
- Supplier Contract Negotiation:
- Managing supplier contracts for construction and services Master Service Agreements and related commercial agreements.
- Financial Agreements:
- Engaging with financial institutions including multilateral banks (EIB ADB World Bank) commercial banks equity and debt investors and development finance institutions.
- Corporate & Regulatory Support:
- Supporting acquisitions due diligence compliance matters incorporation of subsidiaries in various jurisdictions and liaising with telecommunications regulators (e.g. FCC Anacom CMT NCA NCC).
For the main contracts they have an external support of leading Law firms such as DLA piper and Jones Day to work along with them. Contracts are either under English or French law and 90% of contracts are in English.
REQUIREMENTS
- Degree in Law (English mandatory; French highly valued; Spanish not required.
- 23 years of legal experience preferably in an international or corporate setting
- High attention to detail with the ability to assess legal risk and propose pragmatic solutions
- Strong emotional intelligence and cross-cultural negotiation skills
- Willingness to travel across Europe the Middle East and Africa
- A team player who thrives in a multicultural and youthful environment
WHATS IN IT FOR YOU
- A unique opportunity to work in a fast-growing sector with international exposure
- A vibrant team of 130 professionals from over 20 nationalities
- Flexible remuneration based on experience and qualifications.