Legal Counsel at Continental

Budapest, Central Hungary, Hungary -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Advice, Commercial Law, Contract Law, Contract Drafting, Contract Negotiation, Risk Analysis, Legal Compliance, Civil Law, Stakeholder Communication, Legal Research, MS Office, Teamwork, Persuasiveness

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Company Description Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2022, Continental generated sales of €39.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 57 countries and markets. Guided by the vision of being the customer's first choice for material-driven solutions, the ContiTech group sector focuses on development competence and material expertise for products and systems made of rubber, plastics, metal, and fabrics. These can also be equipped with electronic components in order to optimize them functionally for individual services. ContiTech's industrial growth areas are primarily in the areas of energy, agriculture, construction, and surfaces. In addition, ContiTech serves the automotive and transportation industries as well as rail transport. Job Description As a Legal Counsel (m/f/diverse), you will be primarily responsible for providing legal support for ContiTech’s business operations in the EMEA Region (the “Region”) as part of the ContiTech law department. The position involves providing independent legal advice and support to ContiTech’s business operations in the Region in all legal matters with a strong focus on Commercial and Contract Law, as well as collaboration with other members of ContiTech’s Global Law Department across the globe. A Legal Counsel will draft, review, negotiate and manage a wide variety of contracts/documents for ContiTech’s business operations in the Region, and will manage the relationship with external counsels. Specifically, the legal services to be provided will include the following: General legal advice: Handling legal issues and advising on national and international matters of all ContiTech companies in the Region, embedded in a global team of lawyers Identification and analysis of legal risks, development and implementation of solutions to avoid, limit or secure them. Follow current legal developments. Professional support of legal colleagues in other jurisdictions in the aforementioned area of responsibility. Contracts: Drafting, negotiation, review and interpretation of all contracts typical of companies (including contracts of particular strategic importance) in cooperation with the (operational) specialist departments / divisions in German and English, even in complex projects with outstanding importance and required expert knowledge This includes both individual contractual provisions from specific business transactions and framework and standard contracts for new business transactions. Comprehensive legal advice on ongoing contractual relationships, including national and international supply and service relationships. Governance: Reviewing, implementing and ensuring compliance with current and new legal developments and requirements, especially in the field of civil law Ensuring the legality of business activities (laws, corporate standards) Communication: Exchange with business areas, other central functions and other stakeholders Building understanding of each business strategy Qualifications Completed full law studies with above-average state examinations, or comparable qualification, preferably with study abroad At least 3 - 7 years working experience at law firm(s) and/or in an in-house role Economic understanding, business oriented and global mindset An eye for practical solutions, proactive Highly motivated work approach with strong results orientation Confident handling of MS Office programs Fluent in English, both written and spoken Flexibility Strong teamwork skills Very good communication skills and persuasiveness Applications from severely handicapped people are welcome. Additional Information The well-being of our employees is important to us. That's why we offer exciting career prospects and support you in achieving a good work-life balance with additional benefits such as: Training opportunities Mobile and flexible working models Sabbaticals and much more... Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application. Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application. Leadership Level: Leading People Legal Entity: ContiTech Rubber Industrial Kft. (0885) Referral Bonus: Yes Working Time: Full Time Job Flexibility: Hybrid Job

Responsibilities

The Legal Counsel will primarily provide independent legal advice and support for ContiTech’s business operations across the EMEA Region, focusing heavily on Commercial and Contract Law matters globally. This includes drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing a wide variety of contracts and ensuring compliance with current and new legal developments.