Senior Legal Counsel (based in Frankfurt/Stuttgart)Join to apply for the Senior Legal Counsel (based in Frankfurt/Stuttgart) role at BYD EUROPEAbout the role:We are looking for a proactive and experienced Legal Counsel to join our team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in managing complex commercial contracts and providing legal guidance across our organization. Collaborating closely with the business team, you will ensure smooth navigation of legal procedures and effective resolution of issues. If you excel in strategic thinking, possess strong negotiation skills, and thrive in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply and become a key player in our legal team!Responsibilities:Draft, review, negotiate and advise on a variety of complex commercial contracts which may include distributor or dealer agreements, supply contracts, procurement agreements, and after-sales service agreements etc.Cooperate with the business team to prepare for the public procurement proceduresProvide legal advice to business managers to ensure that legal issues are identified and resolved and that legal risk is managed appropriatelyHandle legal disputes, including coordination of litigation/arbitration procedures, and collaboration with external lawyersProvide support on legal compliance mattersSummarize potential risks of current business activities and provide training to the business teamLiaise and cooperate with the legal team in the Netherlands.Required skills, qualifications and experience:Master of Law degree, with knowledge of German law4+ years of professional legal experience, experience in private practice and in the automotive industry is a strong plusExperience in commercial contract matters, corporate law, and legal complianceGood commercial/transactional negotiation skills, particularly in cross-cultural and multi-jurisdictional transactionsAble to develop and implement legal strategies and solutionsDemonstrate excellent analytical skills, precise and able to multi-task effectivelyProactive, diligent, team player and also be able to work independentlyExcellent command of English and German both verbally and in writing, knowledge of Chinese is a plusWe offer:Performance and experience-based competitive remuneration25 days paid holidays + public holidays.Department & company-wide teambuilding events.An exciting opportunity to lead the European transition to Zero Emissions transportation and de-carbonization of the economy.Our Purpose is to build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature and a World of clean air. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and want to create positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeContractJob functionLegalIndustries: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr