Senior Legal Counsel

Job Title:

Senior Legal Counsel

Job Location:

Düsseldorf, Germany

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage regional and cross border disputes, litigation, and arbitration matters.
• Coordinate with subsidiaries, external counsel, and authorities to ensure efficient and effective case handling.
• Conduct legal research, draft legal documents, manage evidence, and oversee litigation/arbitration strategies.
• Monitor litigation risks, track case progress, and provide pragmatic, business oriented legal solutions.
• Support crisis management and emergency response matters from a legal standpoint.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external law firms and legal service providers.
• Provide guidance and support to junior members of the legal team when needed.

• Successful completion of the First and Second German State Examinations (Erstes & Zweites Staatsexamen).
• Admission as a Rechtsanwalt/Rechtsanwältin (or equivalent qualification).
• At least 3 years of post qualification experience in litigation or dispute resolution, gained in a law firm or in house environment.
• Experience with cross border disputes and/or arbitration is strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to independently manage complex cases and multiple stakeholders.

• Strong analytical skills and sound legal judgment.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Business oriented mindset with a practical approach to problem solving.
• Fluency in English and in German required.
• Self driven, detail oriented, and able to perform effectively under pressure.

We offer you an exciting professional career in one of the leading and fastest growing multinational telecommunication companies, challenging work and a competitive salary package. Personal development is ensured through many training opportunities across Europe.