Legal Counsel

What's the role?

The Legal Counsel will support the Regional Head of Legal and Compliance, and
the business, through the management of projects and processes to enable the
legal department to operate more efficiently. You will provide proactive, in-
depth, legal, business-focused advice to the business, as well as implementing
initiatives and processes in order to set standards and reinforce a culture of
integrity, quality, ethical behavior and responsibility across the business,
while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. You will
provide support in contracts review, corporate matters and compliance topics,
including identifying and risks/problematic clauses, and advising the business
on the implications of contract provisions.

Who is Hilti?

Hilti is where innovation is improving productivity, safety and sustainability
in the global construction industry, and beyond. Where strong customer
relationships are creating solutions that build a better future. Where there
is pride and a sense of belonging across our ‎120 locations, carrying right
into our lives and homes. Where people are exploring possibilities, leveraging
their potential, owning their personal development and growing lasting
careers.

What does the role involve?

You will be responsible for implementing key legal processes that relate to
legal drafting, negotiations, and commercial settlement agreements, reviewing
terms and conditions, procurement agreement, supply agreements and
distribution agreements. You will ensure contract close-out, extension,
amendment, renewal and manage registration and renewals processes, AGMs,
resolutions, and amendments of constitutional documents by coordinating with
external legal counsels, authorities and government agencies.

The Legal Counsel will develop, control and implement processes for ensuring
compliance with regulatory requirements, data protection laws, internal
processes for contract management, supporting or escalating deviations or gaps
in contract agreement vis-a-vis company policies. You will require an in-depth
understanding of regulatory compliance requirements and applications while
being responsible for maintaining up-to-date corporate information by
conducting regular updates, improving the systems and processes through a
proactive approach

In addition, you will coordinate with other internal teams and business units
in respect of all legal and compliance matters and execution of documents. You
will manage legal risks within the business by providing legal advice on all
legal matters affecting departmental transactions, and providing operational
guidance, aiding in the management of litigation issues such as contract
disputes and product liability. Furthermore, you will be responsible for
reviewing and providing advice to the business upon request on matters
concerning applicable contracts required for operation of the business.
Finally, you will instruct and assist external legal partners where necessary
identifying potential legal risks and assessing the issues impacting legal
risk.
‎90% of Hilti employe's say that the long-term commitment of the company's
owner implies stability and security for the business

What do we offer?

Show us what you're made of and we'll offer you opportunities to move around
the business - work with global counterparts, experience different job
functions, and tackle different markets. It's a great way to find the right
match for your ambitions and achieve the exciting career you're after.

What you need is:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Law


• Minimum of ‎5 years working in a legal role, with experience in contract work, data protection and compliance topics


• Experience in working with government authorities within the GCC


• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills in English and Arabic language


• Highly organized, with the ability to handle different tasks and a strong attention to detail


• Ability to work in a team within the legal function and across all departments


• Acts as role model in values, compliance and business ethics, providing legal advice aiming for sustainable business relationships

Why should you apply?

Year upon year we are recognized as one of the top 'Great Place to Work'
employers, both globally and locally. And when you meet us you'll understand
why. We have a diverse team of people with a variety of nationalities,
backgrounds and experiences. Success at Hilti is down to teamwork and ability,
no matter what your background.
Please note, the preselection questions are mandatory and all of them must be
answered for us to consider you as a potential candidate. We look forward to
receiving your application!