Senior Corporate Counsel - Commercial International (m/w/d)

Senior Corporate Counsel - Commercial International – EMEA (Germany)

Let’s be unstoppable together!

At Circana, we are fueled by our passion for continuous learning and growth, we seek and share feedback freely, and we celebrate victories both big and small in an environment that is flexible and accommodating to our work and personal lives.  We’re a global company dedicated to fostering inclusivity and belonging. We value and celebrate the unique experiences, cultures, and viewpoints that each individual brings. By embracing a wide range of backgrounds, skills, expertise, and beyond, we create a stronger, more innovative environment for our employees, clients, and communities. With us, you can always bring your full self to work.  Join our inclusive, committed team to be a challenger, own outcomes, and stay curious together. Circana is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work®. This prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Circana.
Learn more at www.circana.com.

What will you be doing?

This is a unique position for a talented, versatile, and pragmatic commercial generalist with good organizational ability, keen negotiating skill and strong business and financial acumen to support Circana’s commercial organization, as well as handle a variety of other commercial matters arising out of our operations. As a member of Circana’s legal team, you will have primary responsibility for supporting Circana' commercial activities in EMEA. Currently, the legal team is working from home with occasional in-office meetings.

Job Responsibilities

• Review, draft, negotiate and interpret a variety of agreements, including but not limited to, software, technology, and data licensing agreements, as well as other complex agreements arising out of Circana’s domestic and international operations.
• Provide ongoing and proactive strategic advice regarding operational and financial business risks and counsel on contract interpretation and potential dispute issues.
• Provide business practical guidance, ensuring alignment with company policies and industry standards.
• Advise on legal and regulatory matters in EMEA and provide direction to the commercial teams and contribute to related cross-functional projects.
• Work closely with management and legal teams in other regions on strategic initiatives affecting contracts and other commercial issues to ensure a consistent and effective approach to legal risk management.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of company policies and best practices.
• Support the ongoing improvement of contract templates in line with emerging laws and regulations across EMEA.

Requirements

• Fully qualified lawyer, postgraduate from an accredited law school with proven academic success.
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience within a global business/commercial environment, including hands-on experience reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and interpreting a variety of sophisticated agreements. Preference for experience in software, technology (including AI), and data licensing agreements.
• Strong business and financial acumen and the ability to understand our business, and clients and partners’ businesses, proactively.
• Ability to identify the aspects of an agreement or transaction that matter the most to the business and be proactive in addressing potential issues.
• Proven ability to partner effectively with other functional areas, inspire confidence and trust with senior management and others at all levels of the organization.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills (proficiency in English being essential).
• Self-starter who can manage multiple workstreams independently as well as participate in team projects.
• Interest in international business, open mind and eagerness to work in a multinational and multicultural environment.
• Solid knowledge of all MS Office Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint. Experience in use of contract/matter management tools.

Circana Behaviors

As well as the technical skills, experience and attributes that are required for the role, our shared behaviors sit at the core of our organization. Therefore, we always look for people who can continuously champion these behaviors throughout the business within their day-to-day role:

• Stay Curious: Being hungry to learn and grow, always asking the big questions.
• Seek Clarity: Embracing complexity to create clarity and inspire action.
• Own the Outcome: Being accountable for decisions and taking ownership of our choices.
• Center on the Client: Relentlessly adding value for our customers.
• Be a Challenger: Never complacent, always striving for continuous improvement.
• Champion Inclusivity: Fostering trust in relationships engaging with empathy, respect, and integrity.
• Commit to each other: Contributing to making Circana a great place to work for everyone.

Location

This position can be located in the following area(s): Germany

Prospective candidates may be asked to consent to background checks (in accordance with local legislation and our candidate privacy notice ) Your current employer will not be contacted without your permission.

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