Legal Counsel

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About the role and key responsabilities
We are looking for a Legal Counsel to join our incredible team. It's a full-time position in our Porto office.
Reporting to the MWS Group Legal Department, the Legal Counsel will provide competent legal business support and guidance to the organization, with the aim of mitigating risk exposure and heightening general legal awareness, understanding and adherence.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
The chosen candidate will be the primary legal point-of-contact for commercial contracts and tenders, working closely with Sales, Operations and other departments to evaluate contractual and commercial risks, support negotiations, manage claims and ensure intra-group compliance. You will also support M&A activity through NDA review and the integration of newly acquired companies.
The key responsabilities are set below:
Contract Review and Drafting
Commercial Contract Review: Review and assist the Sales team in negotiating commercial contracts and associated tender documents.
Tender Support: Provide legal and commercial input to the Sales team on tender terms, conditions and pricing structures.
Drafting Contrats: Draft subcontracts, NDAs, and other project-related agreements to ensure they meet legal and organizational standards.
Supplier and Business Contracts: Review and provide legal support on supplier contracts and other business-operation-related agreements.
Risk Evaluation
Risk Assessment: Collaborate with stakeholders in Sales, Operations, and other relevant departments to review and evaluate the contractual and commercial risks associated with contracts.
Risk Management: Assist departments in determining which risks are acceptable and which are not, using a balanced approach of steadfastness and pragmatism tailored to the specific situation.
Stakeholder Collaboration
Interdepartmental Cooperation: Work closely with Sales, Operations, and other departments to ensure a thorough understanding of contractual obligations and risks.
Continuous Improvement: Conduct post-process follow-ups and evaluations with Sales and Operations to review processes, negotiations, and contracts, aiming to enhance internal procedures and set better prerequisites for future projects.
Claims and Disputes
Claims Management: Assess commercial disputes and customer/supplier claims on projects, prepare communications and arguments, and negotiate with counterparts directly or indirectly as circumstances require.
Group Compliance
Intra-Group Approvals: Ensure intra-group compliance by notifying stakeholders when decisions require prior approval under MWS group policies.
Mergers and Acquisitions
M&A Support: Review NDAs for potential transactions and support the integration process for newly acquired companies.
Required Qualifications and Skills:
Legal Qualifications: Law degree; a Master of Laws (LL.M.) or equivalent.
Legal Expertise: Strong knowledge of contract law and commercial regulations, with 3-5 years of experience in international commercial transactions and corporate law, either at a law firm or as in-house counsel. Experience drafting and reviewing legal documents and communicating complex legal issues to non-legal stakeholders in English.
Analytical Skills: Ability to assess and mitigate risks effectively.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to liaise with various departments and stakeholders.
Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in reviewing and drafting contracts.
Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills to address and resolve contractual issues. Strong commercial mindset enabling you to balance legal requirements with the commercial drivers and goals of the company.
Language: Fluency in English is required, as it is the corporate language.
What we offer
Health insurance and Mental Health Support
Employee Assistance Program (Workplace Options)
Flexible working arrangements
Career development opportunities
International exposure within a dynamic and fast-growing environment.
Continuous training and development
Regular team-building activities and celebration events
Meal allowance (paid in meal card)
Free fruit, snacks and soft drinks in