Recht & Compliance Jobs

In-House Employment Lawyer: Shape the Legal Function at a Fast-Growing Healthcare Network The Opportunity If you're an employment lawyer who enjoys being at the centre of real business decisions, this is a role worth looking at. Our client is one of the fastest-growing multi-site businesses in Europe. In just two years they've opened more than 30 new locations, with ambitious plans to keep expanding. Growth at that pace creates genuine legal complexity - and a genuine opportunity for the right lawyer to build something substantial. This is a senior in-house position covering the full breadth of employment and works council law across the group. You'll advise leadership directly, take ownership of employment matters end to end, and be part of the growth story as it unfolds. The Role Day to day, you'll be the go-to for all things employment law across the business and its subsidiaries. That means: Advising the management board, HR and senior leaders on individual and collective employment matters Leading works council negotiations and managing co-determination processes Handling contentious matters, both in and out of court Developing employment law standards, policies and processes across the group Coordinating external counsel on matters outside employment law (such as corporate or contract law) Supporting business-wide projects, particularly those tied to growth and organisational change The Company Our client is a growing European business with more than 1,500 employees across Germany. They've expanded rapidly and they're not slowing down. The culture is collaborative and direct: short decision-making chains, open communication, and a leadership team that takes bold decisions. What You'll Need Full German legal qualification (Erstes and Zweites Staatsexamen) Solid experience in employment law and Betriebsverfassungsrecht A track record of advising on complex matters independently Strong communication skills and the confidence to advise senior stakeholders How to Apply If this sounds like the right next step, we'd love to hear from you. Your CV doesn't need to be up to date - send what you have, or just give us a call for an informal conversation.

If You Thrive Without a Handbook, This Is Worth Reading The Opportunity Our client is a pan-European manufacturing business looking for a Senior Legal Counsel to take ownership of their CEE legal workstreams, with a particular focus on Germany and Poland. This is a role for someone who wants to run matters independently, not wait for sign-off at every turn. If you're a senior associate who's quietly wondered what it would feel like to own the outcome rather than the advice, this is a serious opportunity to find out. The Role You'll cover the full breadth of legal work across the EMEA region, with a CEE emphasis. That means varied work, fast-moving priorities, and the expectation that you'll get on with it. No micromanagement. No committee decisions on matters you're perfectly qualified to resolve yourself. The business moves at pace. You'll need to match it. In return, you'll have genuine autonomy, direct access to the business, and the kind of variety that simply isn't available in private practice. The Company An established manufacturing business with a significant European footprint. The legal function is lean, which means your work has visibility and your judgement is trusted from day one. What You'll Need German qualification, with strong standing at senior associate level or above Fluent English and German Polish language skills and/or meaningful Poland-facing experience, ideally both The confidence to own workstreams end-to-end without close supervision A practical, commercial mindset — you find solutions, not reasons to escalate How to Apply Your CV doesn't need to be up to date. Send what you have, or just give us a call.

Global Customs Manager Location: Frankfurt Our client is seeking a Global Customs Manager to oversee international customs, trade and compliance-related activities across a global business environment. This is a specialist role with global scope and no direct people management responsibility. Key Responsibilities: Support global customs and trade compliance processes and standards. Lead compliance, process optimisation and automation initiatives. Collaborate with international stakeholders on regulatory and operational topics. Monitor regulatory developments and support risk mitigation activities. Drive continuous improvement across systems, controls and governance processes. Deliver guidance and training to international teams. Your Profile: Experience within customs, trade compliance or international operations environments. Understanding of global compliance and regulatory processes. Experience managing cross-functional or international projects. Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills. Structured and proactive working style. Fluent German and English language skills. What’s on Offer? International leadership role within a global organisation. Flexible hybrid working environment. Exposure to global operational and compliance initiatives. Long-term development opportunities.

Deputy General Counsel Location: Mannheim Our client is seeking a Deputy General Counsel to support its growing legal function across a broad range of commercial, corporate and regulatory matters. This role offers close collaboration with senior leadership and exposure to strategic legal initiatives within an innovative technology-driven environment. Key Responsibilities: Advise management and business teams on commercial, corporate and regulatory matters. Draft, review and negotiate complex commercial and technology-related agreements. Support legal strategy, governance and compliance initiatives across international operations. Manage external counsel and oversee dispute resolution matters where required. Partner with internal stakeholders across sales, procurement, HR and finance functions. Support M&A activities, financing projects and strategic transactions. Contribute to the development of legal processes, policies and risk management frameworks. Act as a key advisor to senior leadership and support the General Counsel on strategic legal matters. Your Profile: Fully qualified lawyer with significant post-qualification experience. Strong background in commercial and corporate law within international environments. Experience within the software, technology or SaaS sector would be advantageous. Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Commercially minded with a pragmatic and solution-oriented approach. Ability to manage complex legal matters independently. Fluent German and English language skills. What’s on Offer? Senior legal role with broad strategic exposure. Dynamic and innovative working environment. Opportunity to work closely with executive leadership. Flexible and modern working culture. Long-term development and career progression opportunities.

Senior Legal Counsel Location: Dallas An international company is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to support commercial and operational legal matters across complex projects and business activities. This role offers broad exposure to contracts, compliance, disputes and strategic legal advisory work. Key Responsibilities: Draft, review and negotiate EPC, construction and commercial agreements. Advise internal stakeholders on legal, compliance and risk matters. Support claims, disputes, litigation and employment-related matters. Provide legal guidance on governance, regulatory and operational topics. Support M&A, financing and strategic projects. Manage external counsel and legal workflows. Your Profile: Qualified lawyer with significant post-qualification experience. Strong experience with commercial contracts and EPC or construction projects. Background within private practice and/or in-house environments. Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Commercial and pragmatic mindset. Excellent communication and drafting skills. What’s on Offer? Broad and commercially focused legal role. Exposure to complex projects and transactions. Collaborative and international working environment. Long-term development opportunities.

Claims Counsel Location: Munich Our client is seeking a Claims Counsel to support its legal and claims function in Munich. This role offers exposure to cross-border claims handling, traffic law and international legal coordination within a fast-paced international environment. Key Responsibilities: Advise internal teams on the enforcement of claims related to vehicle damages and liability matters. Support the defence against unjustified third-party claims. Coordinate international claims handling with legal teams across multiple jurisdictions. Manage relationships with external law firms and collection agencies. Analyse and improve claims handling and legal enforcement processes. Support the development of legally compliant and efficient claims strategies. Your Profile: Fully qualified lawyer with relevant professional experience in traffic, insurance or claims law. Experience within motor vehicle claims settlement and dispute resolution. Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Analytical and solution-oriented mindset. Structured and commercially focused working style. Fluent German and English language skills; additional languages would be advantageous. What’s on Offer? International and dynamic working environment. Broad exposure to cross-border legal matters. Collaborative and modern company culture. Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and strategic initiatives. Long-term career and development opportunities.