Legal Counsel (mfd)
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The Legal Counsel is responsible for providing legal advice and support to Experian in all legal this role you will work closely with various departments and external advisors to ensure that Experian operates in compliance with national and international laws. This position requires in-depth knowledge of international business law contract law data protection law and a high degree of personal responsibility.
Main responsibilities tasks duties:
- Legal advice: Supporting and advising the management and specialist departments on all legal issues particularly in the areas of contract law commercial law and data protection law
- Contract management: Drafting reviewing and negotiating national and international contracts including supply distribution service and license agreements
- Risk assessment: Identifying and assessing legal risks and developing and implementing strategies to minimize risks
- Dispute Resolution: Assisting in the handling and resolution of legal disputes including coordinating outside counsel and representing the company in legal proceedings
- Data protection: Advice and support in data protection in particular with regard to compliance with GDPR and other data protection regulations
- Legal training: Conducting internal training on legal topics to promote awareness of legal risks and best practices within the company
- International cooperation: Coordination and cooperation with the international subsidiaries and sister companies to ensure a uniform legal strategy
Qualifications :
- Completed university degree in law (state examination) and ideally a license as a fully qualified lawyer additional qualifications in international business law are an advantage
- Several years of professional experience in a comparable position ideally in an international company or a renowned law firm.
- Experience of working with multinational teams and advising senior executives
- Initial years of general legal experience plus relevant expertise in supporting GTM functions
- Sound knowledge of German and international commercial law including contract law data protection law and compliance
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Ability to explain complex legal issues in an understandable way and develop pragmatic solutions
- Fluency in written and spoken German and English is mandatory; other language skills are an advantage
Additional Information :
Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experians culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what truly matters; DEI work/life balance development authenticity engagement collaboration wellness reward and recognition volunteering... the list goes on. Experians people first approach is award-winning; Great Place To Work in 24 countries FORTUNE Best Companies to work and Glassdoor Best Places to Work (globally 4.4 Stars) to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.
Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is a critical part of Experians DNA and practices and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work irrespective of their gender ethnicity religion colour sexuality physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation please let us know at the earliest opportunity.
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Remote Work :
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Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
