Legal Adviser / Director Job at UNESCO (Paris)

Director Legal Affairs

We are a fast-paced, growth-driven company seeking an experienced and business-m...

Location

United States of America , San Antonio

Salary:

Not provided

Circle K

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Licensed Attorney: Active license to practice law in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
Experience: Minimum of 10 years of legal practice, ideally a combination of top-tier law firm and in-house corporate legal department experience
Industry Expertise: Strong experience advising clients in the retail, convenience store, or petroleum industries highly preferred
Legal Skillset: Mastery in contract drafting, negotiation, regulatory compliance, privacy, and business counseling
Exceptional Communicator: Outstanding writing, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and advise senior leadership
Self-Starter with Collaborative Spirit: Ability to work independently while thriving in a cross-functional, global environment
Relationship-Builder: Proven track record of developing strong internal and external professional relationships
Organized and Detail-Oriented: Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
Positive and Strategic Mindset: A proactive, solutions-oriented approach with a positive attitude and a strong commitment to excellence

Job Responsibility

Serve as a trusted advisor to senior management, offering strategic guidance that balances legal risk with business objectives
Draft, negotiate, and review contracts at global, national, regional, and local levels across procurement, fuel operations, IT, marketing, and general business operations
Provide strategic counsel to global fuel teams on supply, distribution, regulatory, and transactional matters
Navigate a broad regulatory landscape, ensuring compliance with FTC competition laws, liquor licensing, environmental regulations, lottery rules, and local/state legal requirements
Oversee privacy compliance initiatives to ensure alignment with evolving U.S. privacy laws and regulations
review and negotiate privacy-related contracts
Review, draft, and negotiate IT contracts and technology agreements
Support marketing initiatives by drafting disclaimers, contest rules, terms and conditions, and providing risk mitigation advice on promotions and campaigns
Identify, recommend, and implement improvements that streamline legal department operations and enhance overall business efficiency
Provide education, training, and mentoring to internal legal team members and business units

What we offer

Work closely with executive leadership on critical business initiatives
Support a growing, global company with diverse legal challenges
Opportunities for leadership and career advancement

Fulltime

Legal Director - Trusts and Estates Disputes Team

We have an exciting opportunity for a 5 year+ PQE Solicitor to join our client-f...

Location

United Kingdom , Bristol

Salary:

Not provided

Shakespeare Martineau

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

a minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience in an administrative role gained within a legal or professional services environment
confidence with IT systems to include Microsoft Word and Excel
a minimum grade C pass at GCSE (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics

Job Responsibility

running own case load efficiently and cost effectively and within strict service level agreements as required by the clients
assisting senior colleagues on a broad range of TED cases
advising clients about the strengths and weaknesses of their cases
handling a caseload of differing complexity
getting involved in business development activities, both individually and as part of the Bristol and national teams
attending and conducting client meetings
drafting and preparing court documents in a time sensitive manner

Fulltime

Legal Director - Private Client

We have a fabulous opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated Private C...

Location

United Kingdom , Leicester or Nottingham

Salary:

Not provided

Shakespeare Martineau

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of 10 years PQE
Solicitor or FCILEx qualification
Good solid background in all areas of private client work including the production of Trust and Estate Accounts and Tax Returns
Developed a particular strength and reputation in the work area demonstrating technical excellence
Commercially aware with strong business development skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-starter able to demonstrate high levels of initiative and motivation
Willing to work closely with other team members
Demonstrable track record of managing assigned tasks in an assertive, efficient and timely manner with excellent attention to detail
Able to multitask and keep calm under pressure

Job Responsibility

Provide high-quality private client advice on inheritance tax and succession planning
Prepare Balfour type reviews of businesses to ascertain trading status and advise on improvements
Draft wills, trusts, letters of wishes and powers of attorney including business powers of attorney
Develop and maintain good client relationship skills
Supervise and mentor junior Solicitors
Participate in the growth and development of the department/firm by attracting additional business
Undertake legal research to ensure accuracy of advice and procedures
Support internal procedures and systems including file/case management and time recording
Work without significant supervision
Work outside normal office hours from time-to-time

What we offer

Agile working
Blended approach to where and how we work

Fulltime

Director of Employment Law

Atlassian is seeking a highly experienced Director of Employment Law to be our f...

Location

India , Bengaluru

Salary:

Not provided

Atlassian

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Be a qualified lawyer in India and in good standing
12+ years of relevant experience in employment law, with significant in-house experience at a leading technology company or multinational corporation
Deep expertise in Indian labor and employment law, with a proven track record of advising on complex, high-impact matters
Demonstrated executive presence and ability to influence and build trust with senior leaders
Exceptional cross-functional collaboration skills with strong business acumen, sound judgment, and a pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach
Must be able to think strategically but also roll up sleeves and act tactically
Self-starter with a strong work ethic and ability to produce high quality work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced work environment
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills

Job Responsibility

Serve as Atlassian’s primary legal advisor on all workforce matters in India, including labor relations, workforce management, and regulatory compliance
Build and lead the India employment law function, establishing best practices and scalable processes for a rapidly growing technology company
Exhibit executive presence and influence, advising senior leadership and representing Atlassian with regulators, external counsel, and industry bodies
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with a broad range of cross-functional stakeholders to positively represent the legal team brand
Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, Total Rewards, People Operations, and other business units to support strategic business initiatives and to resolve complex employment issues
Proactively monitor legal and regulatory developments, ensuring Atlassian’s policies and practices remain compliant and industry-leading
Develop and deliver training and guidance to business partners on employment law topics, risk mitigation, and compliance
Support global legal projects and contribute to the maturity of Atlassian’s in-house legal capabilities

What we offer

health and wellbeing resources
paid volunteer days

Human Resources Director

Maintains and enhances the company’s human resources by planning, implementing a...

Location

United States of America , Akron

Salary:

Not provided

Circle K

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field preferred
Five years of experience or more preferred working in a human resources department
including minimum of three years of management responsibility in Human Resources
Expertise with MS Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word preferred
Physical Demands: Work requires frequent sitting, standing, walking and use of keyboard/computer
Work requires occasional bending, reaching and lifting/moving up to 35 pounds
Work is subject to tight deadlines and interruptions can be stressful
Travel to store locations as necessary

Job Responsibility

Maintains and enhances the company’s human resources by planning, implementing and evaluating employee relations and human resources policies, programs and practices
Responsible for the implementation and monitoring of one or more additional programs such as Training, Loss Prevention, and Safety
Responsible for oversight and supporting employees within the Great Lakes Business Unit
Manages Employee Relations Team responsible for supporting multiple Business Units in receiving, investigating, and resolving employee concerns
Provides support to Global HR Director related to companywide initiatives and HR policies and procedures
Ensures that HR is accessible to all employees by supporting an “open door” policy to handle any concerns and/or issues voiced by employees, followed by detailed investigations, offering possible solutions and actions to reach closure
Maintains business relationships by developing an understanding of the strategies, business operations
attending client meetings
assisting in preparation of presentations
answering questions

Fulltime

In-House Counsel

Reporting to Managing Legal Counsel, this role will support the In-House Legal f...

Location

Jersey

Salary:

Not provided

Ogier

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified lawyer of at least 4 years' PQE
Experience of working within a cross-jurisdictional/offshore corporate and regulatory environment, an advantage
In-house experience welcome but not compulsory
Knowledge of AML legislation and framework, regulatory environments and data protection, an advantage
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Superior organisational skills with the ability to efficiently manage own time and prioritise workflow
Supporter of change and have the ability to adapt to the continual roll-out of innovative tools and processes
Supportive of and able to demonstrate agile and flexible working
Ability to consider organisation-wide implications when making decisions

Job Responsibility

Provide legal support to managing legal counsel and the wider In-House Counsel and Corporate Governance team in respect of Ogier Global
Assist managing legal counsel, and where appropriate, lead certain Ogier Global projects and business-as-usual (BAU) matters
Work closely with key business stakeholders (e.g. Ogier Global directors, the Human Resources, Risk and Compliance, Information Security, Information Technology, Marketing and Finance teams) in order to meet deliverables in relation to the investment strategy and other desired outcomes/results for Ogier Global
Understand and advise key business stakeholders in respect of the Ogier group structure and intragroup legal obligations so far as they relate to Ogier Global
Support, and when necessary, provide advisory services to senior management of Ogier Global on a wide variety of matters (which could include advice in connection with the operational boards and risk, corporate governance framework, legal and regulatory obligations)
Know when to seek the support of, and liaise with, managing legal counsel and/or external professional advisers (including legal advisers) to Ogier Global
Assist managing legal counsel with the maintenance of key corporate and operational documentation, such as articles of association, shareholders agreement(s), intragroup outsourcing, services and licence agreements
Support Ogier Global, as necessary, with the process of engaging clients, including responding to queries, drafting and negotiation of service agreements and terms and conditions, where relevant
Assist with the co-ordination of the approval process for decisions to be taken by the various Ogier Global operating boards and the board of Ogier Global Holding Company Limited
Attend meetings of in-house entities/committees as and when required

Fulltime

Specialist, Legal Counsel, Regulatory & Litigation

Provide specialized legal counsel for a BU focusing on 1-2 specialized areas: li...

Location

Mexico , Mexico City

Salary:

Not provided

Newmont Mining

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Law degree and license to practice in the relevant jurisdiction(s)
Strong experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts
Strong understanding of a broad range of legal issues, laws, and regulations
Experience in mining or construction
experience in a multinational environment is a plus
Proven experience drafting and reviewing commercial contracts
Solid understanding of mining-related laws, legal trends, and legislative developments
Specialized legal knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Sustainability, Commercial, Employment, and Litigation
Advanced English proficiency, both written and spoken
Ability to apply independent judgment and specialized legal expertise to complex matters

Job Responsibility

Provide specialized legal counsel for a BU focusing on 1-2 specialized areas: litigation, legal commercial, sustainability or employment, under the guidance of a Director/Principal, Legal
Advise executives and management on legal matters, including governance, regulatory compliance, commercial, land, employment, litigation, and sustainability
Handle complex legal matters under the guidance of the Director, Legal and Head of Legal, providing practical, risk-based solutions
Monitor and interpret legal and regulatory developments and trends relevant to the country and business operations
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and agreements, including EPCM arrangements, major projects, strategic transactions, and joint ventures
Support dispute avoidance and resolution, including litigation strategy, negotiations, and coordination with external counsel
Provide legal support on sustainability and environmental matters, including permitting, compliance, investigations, reclamation projects, and community agreements
Advise on employment, labor relations, and workplace health and safety matters, including policies, investigations, disputes, and collective bargaining agreements
Ensure compliance with local laws such as competition, construction, intellectual property, employment, and environmental regulations
Develop legal documentation, standard templates, negotiation guidelines, and deliver legal training to internal stakeholders

Fulltime

Junior Legal Counsel

The successful candidate will provide legal support to the Global Legal Director...

Location

Salary:

Not provided

Aramex

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in law
Certificate of admission as attorney
A minimum of 4 years’ experience either in a commercial contract position, in-house paralegal or a legal procurement department
Experience in contract negotiation and drafting
Creative and strategic, exercising strong judgment, and being proactive and innovative in solving problems that affect business stakeholders
Be flexible and comfortable with change, and have great attention to detail while still meeting tight deadlines, strong organizational skills, and the ability to easily switch gears
Proven negotiation skills, and are comfortable dealing with all levels of our organization
Strong organizational, project management, and execution skills
Proactive approach to recognizing needs, anticipating issues, and solving problems
Ability to handle large volumes of contracts and resolve promptly

Job Responsibility

Provide legal support to the Global Legal Director – Commercial in delivering the global commercial legal strategy
Attend to daily reactive matter including drafting, negotiating and reviewing a large numbers of complex agreements
Cooperate and work closely with senior colleagues within the Global Commercial Legal team providing legal advice, guidance and set best practice within the company on all matters related to commercial contracts including applicable laws, conventions and regulations
Draft, review & manage a wide variety of agreements on a global scale such as NDA’s, amendments, local contracts, master agreements, terms and conditions, tender documents, termination notices, letter of awards and any other ad-hoc request relating to commercial contracts ensuring at all times compliance with Aramex standard position as amended from time to time in relation to each such agreement/s
Serve as primary contact and lead contract negotiations to achieve the best possible outcome from a legal perspective for all Global Commercial Customer contracts and any related downstream contract
Manage and maintain all record-keeping for Global commercial customer contracts and documentation
Work closely with global and regional internal stakeholders such as finance, regional legal, Commercial, operations, insurance, compliance, Tax and any other departments necessary to successfully execute a contract
Coordinate and advise senior stakeholders on business risks based on commercial decisions and propose acceptable commercial solutions
Able to review standard terms and conditions and highlight key areas of concern for the business
Communicate, update and present information to stakeholders concerning current and new process relating to contract management

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