On behalf of our client, a multinational industry group with a regional European headquarter located in the Zug area and approx. 4,000 employees worldwide, we are seeking, starting mid-May 2025 (or as otherwise agreed) and for an expected term until mid-January 2026 (as may be extended), a Legal Counsel (50-80%; Contractor):

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and implement practices to ensure a consistent level of performance concerning legal, employment and corporate matters, with a focus on the group’s retail, distribution network and suppliers
• Support the Head of Legal Europe in all legal, organizational, and administrative issues throughout the region Europe
• Prepare, review and negotiate commercial, corporate and other agreements like, e.g., supply, distribution, marketing etc. regarding the group’s European business
• Legally advise on the structuring, negotiating and documenting of M&A transactions in Europe. Be part of the relevant M&A project teams, work with all internal stakeholders involved, including Legal, Controlling, Tax, HR, IT, Sales, and coordinate and steer outside counsel
• Advise senior management and team mates on legal matters at a strategic and tactical level across a broad range of topics
• Proactively manage a broad range of legal matters related to corporate, contracts, marketing, commercial, litigation, distribution as a trusted advisor and business partner across all levels of the group’s European operations
• Manage special projects

Requirements

• Law degree from a European university (MLaw or similar); bar exam would be a plus
• Approx. 4 to 6 years relevant European work experience gained in-house at a multinational group or at an international law firm, including experience in corporate law as well as the drafting, negotiating and managing of a wide variety of commercial agreements and advising on ad-hoc issues, including in connection with retailers and distributors
• Fluent in both English and German (each at least level C1), knowledge of additional European languages such as Dutch or Spanish would be a plus
• Strong team player with organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills as well as good judgment
• Detail-oriented, quick learner, and able to set and juggle priorities while handling multiple tasks simultaneously
• Independent and proactive way of working, paired with a high level of self-motivation to perform duties with a high level of professionalism
• Excellent drafting skills
• Capacity to cultivate strong client relationships and successfully influence teammates in a fast-paced, innovative environment
• Ability to drive legal strategies for the company and independently initiate new assignments and identify ways to improve processes and operations
• Ability to multitask effectively among different projects in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to travel internationally (Europe, USA)

Place of work: Zug area (working from home possible up to 20%)