Junior Legal Counsel

6 months ago

Dubai, United Arab Emirates Smiths Group Full time

Location: EMEA, United Arab Emirates, Dubai- Ref: DETECTIONEMEAGA00008- Division: Smiths Detection- Job Function: Legal and Compliance**Job Description**:
Are you a recently qualified legal professional with a passion for commercial law and a strong desire to elevate your career within a dynamic and innovative in-house corporate environment? **Are you fluent in both English and French** (written and spoken)? If the answer is yes, then we might just have the perfect opportunity for you

Smiths Group is a global leader in delivering innovative solutions across the technology, engineering, and manufacturing sectors. Our organisation comprises four dynamic divisions—John Crane, Smiths Detection, Smiths Interconnect, and Flex-Tek—where we continually drive change and excellence within our respective industries. This commitment to excellence naturally extends to our esteemed legal team, where we actively seek exceptional legal talent to fortify our business operations and facilitate our growth.

As a **Junior Legal Counsel** at the Smiths Detection division, you will be working with our EMEA legal team, and your expertise will be a cornerstone for the success of the team. In this multifaceted role, you will be entrusted with a wide array of legal, commercial, and compliance responsibilities. You will be able to develop your skills working with our business teams in a variety of different jurisdictions.

Joining Smiths Group means becoming an integral part of a forward-thinking organisation that places a premium on innovation, excellence, and collaborative efforts. As our Junior Legal Counsel, you will be presented with the opportunity to immerse yourself in exciting projects and diverse legal matters, all while contributing to the continued growth and success of our dynamic enterprise

Duties & Responsibilities

**Commercial Contracts**
- Primary focus on commercial contracting which entails review, reporting and negotiation with customers of third-party sales contracts, which necessitate robust understanding of Company’s preferred terms and close coordination with internal stakeholders such as sales.
- Review and negotiate other contracts as needed including service agreements, product loan and testing agreements, sourcing contracts, lease agreements as well as non-disclosure agreements.
- Assisting with drafting, executing, and renewing distribution agreements across the EMEA region, including co-ordination of the distributor due diligence reviews as per company policy.

**Contracts Management**
- Supporting the Legal team with the implementation of a contract management tool.
- Assist with training for business users.
- Assist with development and implementation of new contract templates.
- Responsible for the migration of the existing contracts archive and archiving of additional contracts going forward.

**Departmental matters**
- Initiate due diligence searches in a licensed external tool and evaluate search reports.

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

The Individual
- Educational Background: A law degree from an accredited university or an equivalent legal qualification.
- Professional Experience: A minimum of 2+ years of PQE (Post-Qualified Experience) is required, which should include experience in law firms and/or in-house legal departments. Having a combination of law firm and in-house experience is a plus.
- Contract Expertise: Demonstrated proficiency in commercial contract drafting and negotiation, showcasing your ability to navigate complex contractual arrangements effectively.
- Proactive Approach: A dynamic, energetic, and positive 'can do' attitude, illustrating your dedication to tackling challenges head-on and delivering results.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: A proven ability to work harmoniously with multiple stakeholders within a corporate environment, as teamwork and coordination are paramount in this role.

Language Skills:

- Full fluency (spoken and written) in both English and French is essential, given the diverse operational landscape of the EMEA region.
- Any other language skills would be considered a valuable asset, enhancing your ability to engage with a broader range of stakeholders.

About Smiths

About Smiths Detection

Smiths Detection is a global leader in detection and screening technologies for the protection of people and assets, supporting safety, security and freedom of movement in today’s world.

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