Company Lawyer / Corporate Counsel
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About the role
As Company Lawyer/Corporate Counsel for Hästens Group, you will be a highly skilled and business-minded, legal professional based in in Amsterdam who serve as a trusted advisor to our executive leadership and key business units. Hästens is operating in more than 40 countries and this role is responsible for providing comprehensive legal counsel across a wide range of areas including contracts, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, employment law, and litigation management for the Group.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in corporate law, a strategic mindset, and the ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, actionable guidance. This position plays a critical role in safeguarding the company's legal interests, supporting commercial operations, and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, effectively manage multiple priorities, and build collaborative relationships across all levels of the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Legal Advice and counsel: Advising Executives and Sales Staff on legal matters, including contracts, intellectual property, employment law, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance. This involves interpreting laws and regulations and applying them to specific business situation
Contract Negotiation and Drafting: Reviewing, negotiating, and drafting contracts with vendors, customers, and other parties. This requires a strong understanding of contract law and the ability to protect the company's interests
Litigation Management: Managing legal disputes, including representing the company in court or working with external lawyers. This might involve pre-litigation dispute resolution, discovery, and trial preparation.
Compliance and Risk Management: Ensuring the company complies with all applicable laws and regulations. This includes developing and implementing compliance programs and identifying potential legal risks.
Intellectual Property Protection: Protecting the company's trademarks, and copyrights. This involve enforcing intellectual property rights and advising on licensing agreements.
Corporate Governance: Advising on corporate governance matters, such as board meetings, shareholder agreements, and corporate compliance.
Skills and Qualifications: Degree from an accredited law school.; Experience in corporate law.; Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with individuals at all levels of the organization. Understanding of business principles and practices. The ability to translate complex legal concepts into business-friendly language is crucial. Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
Reflect and align with Hästens Blue-check values in all your work and communication.
Preferred Qualifications, skills and competencies
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
Active license to practice law, in good standing, in the relevant jurisdiction
5+ years of experience practicing corporate or in-house counsel law, with a focus on contracts, compliance, and general corporate matters
Proven experience in
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial contracts
Providing legal guidance on regulatory compliance and corporate governance
Managing or overseeing litigation, including coordination with external counsel
Intellectual property protection and licensing
Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills-able to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
Ability to translate legal concepts into practical, business-oriented advice
Sound judgment and proactive risk management mindset
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
Familiarity with relevant laws and regulations in areas such as employment law, data privacy, and commercial transactions
Business acumen and a strategic approach to legal problem-solving
About us
Since 1852, Hästens Beds has been committed to crafting the best sleep. The skilled craftspeople at our factory in Köping, Sweden, have been refining our work for generations. Every bed is bespoke and made by hand using only the best natural materials. The difference lies in the details and our quest to provide the most restful sleep for people who want to lead a higher quality of life. We are proud to be a world-class international brand, operating in more than 40 countries with over 300 partners in Europe, Asia, America and Africa - and still growing.
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a comprehensive and competitive salary and benefits program.
BE AWAKE FOR THE FIRST TIME IN YOUR LIFE
About the role
As Company Lawyer/Corporate Counsel for Hästens Group, you will be a highly skilled and business-minded, legal professional based in in Amsterdam who serve as a trusted advisor to our executive leadership and key business units. Hästens is operating in more than 40 countries and this role is responsible for providing comprehensive legal counsel across a wide range of areas including contracts, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, employment law, and litigation management for the Group.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in corporate law, a strategic mindset, and the ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, actionable guidance. This position plays a critical role in safeguarding the company's legal interests, supporting commercial operations, and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, effectively manage multiple priorities, and build collaborative relationships across all levels of the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Legal Advice and counsel: Advising Executives and Sales Staff on legal matters, including contracts, intellectual property, employment law, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance. This involves interpreting laws and regulations and applying them to specific business situation
Contract Negotiation and Drafting: Reviewing, negotiating, and drafting contracts with vendors, customers, and other parties. This requires a strong understanding of contract law and the ability to protect the company's interests
Litigation Management: Managing legal disputes, including representing the company in court or working with external lawyers. This might involve pre-litigation dispute resolution, discovery, and trial preparation.
Compliance and Risk Management: Ensuring the company complies with all applicable laws and regulations. This includes developing and implementing compliance programs and identifying potential legal risks.
Intellectual Property Protection: Protecting the company's trademarks, and copyrights. This involve enforcing intellectual property rights and advising on licensing agreements.
Corporate Governance: Advising on corporate governance matters, such as board meetings, shareholder agreements, and corporate compliance.
Skills and Qualifications: Degree from an accredited law school.; Experience in corporate law.; Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with individuals at all levels of the organization. Understanding of business principles and practices. The ability to translate complex legal concepts into business-friendly language is crucial. Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
Reflect and align with Hästens Blue-check values in all your work and communication.
Preferred Qualifications, skills and competencies
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
Active license to practice law, in good standing, in the relevant jurisdiction
5+ years of experience practicing corporate or in-house counsel law, with a focus on contracts, compliance, and general corporate matters
Proven experience in
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial contracts
Providing legal guidance on regulatory compliance and corporate governance
Managing or overseeing litigation, including coordination with external counsel
Intellectual property protection and licensing
Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills-able to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
Ability to translate legal concepts into practical, business-oriented advice
Sound judgment and proactive risk management mindset
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
Familiarity with relevant laws and regulations in areas such as employment law, data privacy, and commercial transactions
Business acumen and a strategic approach to legal problem-solving
About us
Since 1852, Hästens Beds has been committed to crafting the best sleep. The skilled craftspeople at our factory in Köping, Sweden, have been refining our work for generations. Every bed is bespoke and made by hand using only the best natural materials. The difference lies in the details and our quest to provide the most restful sleep for people who want to lead a higher quality of life. We are proud to be a world-class international brand, operating in more than 40 countries with over 300 partners in Europe, Asia, America and Africa - and still growing.
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a comprehensive and competitive salary and benefits program.
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