Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide strategic legal support at divisional and regional levels
* Act as primary legal advisor to the Electrical Connectors Division
* Manage legal matters for Stäubli entities in Germany, Switzerland, and Austria
* Negotiate and manage commercial agreements, including:
* (Framework) sales and purchasing agreements
* Distribution and agency agreements
* R&D collaboration and development agreements
* Offer legal guidance on compliance, product liability, antitrust, and competition law
* Support production facilities and legal sales units across multiple divisions, primarily in Germany and Switzerland
Qualifications
* Master's degree in German or Swiss law from a recognised university.
* Minimum of 8–10 years of professional legal experience, in corporate in-house and/or law firm roles.
* Proven track record in commercial law, contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance within an international industrial or technology-driven environment.
* Strong knowledge of Swiss, German, and EU law.
* Solid understanding of international laws relevant to manufacturing, R&D, and global sales operations.
* Experience with agency and distribution agreements, global framework agreements, and industry-specific regulations.
* Demonstrated interest in technology and process improvement in legal operations.
* Ability to work effectively in a cross-border environment, navigating legal complexities across jurisdictions.
Additional Information
This position requires a seasoned, pragmatic, and business-oriented legal professional who can build trusted relationships with stakeholders, deliver clear and actionable legal advice, and foster a culture of compliance and responsible business conduct. The Senior Legal Counsel plays a critical role in ensuring that Stäubli’s operations remain compliant with national and European laws, while enabling business success through legally sound and commercially viable solutions.
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