Senior Legal Counsel (f/m/d)

Job Title: Senior Legal Counsel (f/m/d)

Req ID:504906

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time onsite Senior Legal Counsel in Berlin we are looking for?

Your future role:

Ernst-Reuter-Platz 6, in the heart of Berlin, is home to Alstom's DACH regional headquarters. Up to 500 colleagues of more than 40 nationalities work here, focusing on project management, business development, and regional strategy, with a special emphasis on rail digitalisation. Our corporate functions play a key role in supporting and continuously improving the performance of our sites. You’ll report to Simon Schützeneder and work alongside a dedicated and enthusiastic team.

We are looking for an ambitious Senior Legal Counsel who can provide legal support and expertise regarding legal issues arising from business activities with customers, partners and subcontractors. The role is based in Berlin, but you will be a part of the Central and Northern Europe Legal team. It entails some traveling, both within CNE and to other sites in Europe.

The position reports to Head of Legal DACH supporting the business in all legal matters where the key accountabilities include:

• Negotiating contracts and other legal documents,
• Support the business in all legal and contractual matters including claim management and dispute settlement,
• Contractual and legal evaluation of tender documents,
• Handling of corporate law matters,
• Promoting the Alstom Code of Ethics and adhering to the highest standards of ethical conduct.

The position is based in Berlin, but you will be a part of the Central and Northern Europe Legal team. The role entails some traveling, both within CNE and to other sites in Europe.

Your Qualifications & Functional Knowledge:

• German Law Degree; 1st and 2nd State exam;
• Additional qualifications (e.g. master degree, PhD, specialist certification) would be an asset;
• At least 7 years of working experience in a legal department of an internationally operating enterprise or a law firm with international focus;
• Experience in dealing with complex legal matters;
• Excellent knowledge of German civil law, commercial law and corporate law;
• Experience with public procurement law, dispute resolution and competition law;
• Intellectual Property law knowledge is an asset;
• Strong negotiation, drafting and communication skills;
• Excellent written expression and negotiation skills in German and English.

On top of that we expect you to be open-minded, solution oriented and a team player. We appreciate a proactive approach to tasks and encourage taking initiatives and responsibilities. And of course, you are very business oriented. Strong ethical values aligned with the ALSTOM Code of Ethics are a given.

Things you’ll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career.

You’ll also:

• Experience a dynamic work environment with a permanent position at a leading company for green mobility
• Enjoy a competitive remuneration package, 30 days of vacation, and benefits such as company pension plans and subsidized “Deutschlandticket” (Job Ticket)
• Work in our modern headquarter at Ernst-Reuter-Platz with excellent public transportation access
• Optimise work-life balance with flexible working hours and hybrid working models
• Explore growth opportunities and steer your career across functions and countries
• Benefit from excellent training opportunities through our award-winning Alstom University and participate in the company's innovation culture through idea management programmes
• Thrive in a modern and collaborative workplace featuring mentor and buddy programs, diversity & inclusion initiatives, CSR activities, and engaging employee events
• Access to corporate benefits

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Equal opportunity statement:

As an employer, Alstom stands for equal opportunities. By creating an inclusive work environment where all employees are encouraged to realise their full potential, individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants are considered solely on the basis of their qualifications, regardless of skin colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or other legally protected characteristics.