Legal Counsel Commercial Contracts

ppWe are looking for mid-level seniority bLegal Counsel Commercial Contracts /b to join our Legal Department reporting to the Senior Legal Counsel Commercial Contracts. This role offers the opportunity to work at the heart of a fast-paced, international retail business, supporting a wide range of commercial operations. /ppThe successful candidate will have at least 5 years of post-qualification experience gained at a primary law firm, with a solid focus on drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements and a logical mindset. /ppYou will act as a trusted business partner, providing clear, practical, and timely legal support while balancing legal risk and business objectives. This position requires a combination of technical expertise, strong interpersonal skills, and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset. /ph3Key Responsibilities: /h3h3Contract Management /h3ulliDraft, review, and negotiate a broad spectrum of commercial contracts, including: /liliFranchise and licensing agreements /liliSales, agency and distribution agreements /liliService agreements /liliPurchase and supply agreements /liliLogistics, warehousing, and transportation agreements /liliIT, software licensing, SaaS, and digital service agreements /liliOutsourcing, facility management, and utilities contracts /li /ulh3Legal Advisory /h3ulliProvide clear, business-oriented advice to internal stakeholders. /liliEnsure compliance of contracts with applicable laws, company policies, and best practices. /liliSupport management in strategic decisions relating to partnerships, procurement, and retail operations. /liliAdvise on contract liabilities and manage related litigation matters /li /ulh3Cross-Functional Support /h3ulliPartner closely with departments including Sales, Procurement and Finance. /liliContribute proactively to business discussions, understanding commercial drivers and aligning legal advice accordingly. /li /ulh3Qualifications Experience /h3ulliLaw degree with excellent academic credentials and bar qualification is essential. /liliAt least 5 years of legal experience at a top tier law firm, with extensive exposure to contract law and commercial agreements is a must. /liliAdditional knowledges of company law and extraordinary corporate operations is a plus /liliFluency in English (both written and spoken) is essential /li /ulh3Key Skills Competencies /h3ulliProven track record of drafting and negotiating complex contracts. /liliAbility to balance legal risk with commercial opportunity, applying a pragmatic approach. /liliExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust at all levels of the organization. /liliHigh level of integrity, professional judgment, and resilience. /liliStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail. /liliCapacity to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment /li /ulh3Why Join Us? /h3pIn OVS Group you will find a structured company, a dynamic and strongly results-oriented environment. We are innovating tradition, with a strong investment in new technologies, to offer customers and employees an increasingly omnichannel and digital experience, without neglecting attention to the environment, the future and sustainability. /ppThe opportunity is full time, with bannual salary range /b bbetween 30.000 euro - 35.000 euro /b. /ph3Additional benefits in joining us: /h3ulliWellbeing Parenting: Programs dedicated to physical and mental wellbeing and parenting support /liliWellness area with free courses such as yoga, pilates, and functional training /liliLearning Development: Technical-specialist and managerial training programs and opportunities for continuous skill development /liliCompany Cafeteria /lili25% discount on all our brands /liliAccess to exclusive employee perks across the group (travel, electronics, and more) /liliFlexible start times and smart working options /liliMedical consultation and 8 additional hours of paid leave annually for medical appointments /liliHealth insurance included once a permanent contract is secured /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr