Senior Legal Counsel

This role supports a flexible hybrid model with some working from home options available. You should expect occasional travel to other locations in Europe as business need is determined. Travel may include some overnight stays.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing tools for the European Legal Team to aid in the provision of legal support by the lawyers supporting the 30+ countries in the region
• Preparing templates for various situations/relationships for use across the region
• Proactively identify, define, and mitigate risks by contributing to and implementing policies and procedures
• Helping to ensure compliance with applicable laws and Group policies
• Providing training to the legal team in the region on the tools prepared as part of the role
• Researching, analysing, and interpreting proposed and existing laws, statutes and regulations
• Preparing, reviewing and supporting negotiations of contracts for the strategic accounts in the European region
• Other local legal support in business-related areas of expertise, particularly in the areas of civil law and software, as reasonably required by Legal Management

Skills and Attributes:

• A fully qualified lawyer authorized to practice in the EU with a Master/Bachelor of Laws degree or equivalent and at least 8 years' relevant PQE in commercial law
• Fluent in English (written and verbal) with great technological skills
• Worked in an international company and has a proven track record operating in an inhouse environment
• Work proactively and closely with the business stakeholders, to identify and analyse critical commercial and legal issues
• Apply legal expertise to deliver solutions
• Confident with fantastic interpersonal skills, commercially minded, highly organized and able to work effectively in teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work independently and manage large volumes of work

At Schneider Electric, Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of our organisation, it's an integral part of our history, culture, and identity. We recognise that embracing diversity unlocks innovation and creativity and fosters collaboration. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our communities and the customers we serve. As a result, our teams are stronger to drive the company's future.

We are proudly participating in the Disability Confident Program offering support to people in the workplace who considers themselves living with a disability.

What we offer you:

Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme, 28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays, Holiday Buy & Sell programme, Pension Scheme, Employee Share Ownership Programme, Various Health & Wellbeing Support Options, Gym Flex, Open Talent Market (internal mobility opportunities + access to mentors & projects globally), Shopping & Dining Discounts, Learning Portal and much more.

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Why us?

At Schneider Electric we're committed to creating a workplace that gives you not just a job but a meaningful purpose in joining our mission to bring energy and efficiency to enable life, progress and sustainability for all.

We believe in e mpowering our team members to reach their full potential, fostering a sense of ownership in their work.

We embrace inclusion as a fundamental value, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued. We value differences, and welcome people from all walks of life. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone, everywhere.

If you want to be part of a company where your contributions truly matter, where you are empowered to make a difference and where inclusivity is valued, we would love to hear from you.

Discover your M eaningful, Inclusive and Empowered career at Schneider Electric.

34.2bn global revenue
+12% organic growth
135 000+ employees in 100+ countries
#1 on the Global 100 World's most sustainable corporations

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled

Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best.

We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate and we 'embrace different' as one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. This extends to our Candidates and is embedded in our Hiring Practices.

You can find out more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion here and our DEI Policy here

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color , gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.