Minimum Requirements:
LLB or LLM in Law
Minimum 10 years of relevant post-qualification experience in international legal departments
Excellent interpersonal skills enabling you to evolve in an international and challenging environment;
Ability to handle several tasks with pragmatism and reactivity.
Strong team spirit and ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
Fluent in English and know how to negotiate and draft contracts in both languages
Responsibilities
Legal Function
Handle all legal affairs and manage legal risks of the Region with an emphasis on the review of offers and contracts
Handle corporate matters for all Bureau Veritas legal entities within the Area
Provide legal support for M&A and Joint-Ventures within the Area
Handle litigation matters with the support of external lawyers when required and management of insurances matters in coordination with the Group Risk and Insurance Department
Assist with debt collection matters
Provide expert legal guidance to operations and senior management
Compliance Function
Coordinate with group compliance teams to align compliance objectives, processes, and goals, ensuring consistent practices across the organization
Support the Director of Investigations for all investigations into allegations of fraud, bribery, conflict of interest, policy violations, and other forms of misconduct that would breach BV Code of Ethics
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of compliance activities
Provide training and guidance to staff on compliance-related matters, promoting a culture of integrity, compliance, and transparency throughout the organization
Ensure compliance with laws and regulations (e.g.: privacy regulations and trade compliance (international sanctions & export control))
Team Management
Recruit, develop, and retain top legal talent
Conduct performance evaluations and professional development
Create a collaborative and high-performance legal environment
Mentor junior legal professionals
Control legal department budget and resource allocation