At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide top-notch legal advice on commercial transactions and compliance.
- Company: Join a leading company with a dynamic legal team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and potential for travel.
- Other info: Opportunity to work with diverse teams and grow your legal expertise.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a fast-paced legal environment.
- Qualifications: Law degree and experience in commercial law preferred.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
The Assistant General Counsel - Commercial is part of the Commercial Team of the U.S. Law Department and works closely with the Global Commercial Team and other US Teams (including IP, Litigation, Environmental and Risk Management Teams). The position reports directly to the Associate General Counsel, Commercial.
Successful candidate shall provide high quality, cost‑effective legal services that minimize the Company’s incurrence of liability and ensure that its rights are enforceable by:
- providing advice on the structure and implementation of commercial transactions;
- providing advice as to the effect of agreements and rules of law governing such matters;
- negotiating and drafting or reviewing such agreements;
- advising on antitrust and legal compliance matters;
- assisting with risk mitigation, claim analysis, and commercial advice to the various business units and functional departments.
Some business travel may be required. Function as a key member of the in‑house commercial teams and the overall Arkema law department. Fast‑paced environment, requiring a wide range of capabilities, and flexibility. Travel up to 15%.
Essential Duties
- Advise on force majeure, risk management/reporting, product advertising and other commercial law issues, including dispute resolution;
- Advise BUs on US antitrust laws and regulations, including pricing matters and competitive contacts;
- Handle real estate matters for assigned BUs, including periodic property sales and capital projects;
- Assist with Anti‑Dumping matters, as needed;
- Manage outside counsel where outside expertise is required.
Other Assigned Duties (approximately 15%):
- Provide training to the businesses regarding all aspects of contract management, antitrust, and other commercial transactions;
- Advise on compliance with various Company policies;
- Management of outside counsel and in‑house support personnel;
- Assist with specialized projects.
Assistant General Counsel - Commercial Job employer: Arkema
As an Assistant General Counsel - Commercial at Arkema, you will thrive in a dynamic and collaborative work environment that values innovation and professional growth. Our commitment to providing high-quality legal services is matched by our dedication to employee development, offering opportunities for training and advancement within a supportive team culture. Located in the heart of a vibrant business community, we provide a unique chance to engage with diverse commercial challenges while enjoying a balanced work-life experience.
