Arkema Group
, committed to the values of simplicity, performance, solidarity, inclusion, and empowerment, is seeking new talents to join our team. We value diversity and inclusion in our recruitment processes, ensuring a dynamic and innovative work environment where every employee is valued and encouraged to grow. Come build the future with us!
Tasks and Responsibilities
Legal Counseling:
Provide comprehensive legal support across all departments, including legal opinions and analysis.
Contract Management:
Negotiate, prepare, draft and review international and domestic contracts, in Portuguese, English and Spanish.
Corporate Governance:
Manage corporate documents, including shareholder and director meeting minutes, and review articles of association. Manage corporate law issues and governance.
Document Preparation:
Prepare, review, and negotiate various legal documents, such as waivers, releases, and powers of attorney.
Litigation Management:
Oversee and assist in litigation cases, develop strategies, and serve as the Company's representative before legal authorities. Plan and manage litigation strategies, including evidence handling.
Compliance:
Promote compliance with internal policies and conduct compliance training. Oversee the whistleblowing channel, manage reports, and conduct investigations.
External Counsel Coordination:
Manage and coordinate with outside legal services in Brazil, Argentina and Chlie, including negotiating fees and discussing case strategies and consultations.
Budget Control:
Manage the legal department budget and control payments.
Legal Advice on Projects:
Provide legal guidance on M&A, company integration, and divestments.
Risk Management:
Assess and mitigate risk situations to prevent liabilities.
Consultancy Management:
Manage consultancy services, including internal investigations, paralegal support, and insurance.
Stakeholder Relations:
Manage relationships with institutional and governmental stakeholders and monitor strategic projects involving the government.
Reporting:
Provide bi-weekly reports to the Global Legal VP and the President of Brazil and the Southern Cone.
Management Committee:
Participate in the Management Committee.
Qualifications
Law degree.
Post graduation. (desirable)
Previous experience as an in-house lawyer within a law firm and/or commercial company desirable.
Specialized in one of several practical areas (Corporate, Contract, Litigation), but general training in all of them would also be desirable.
Advanced English, advanced Portuguese, good Spanish preferred.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Previous experience in the chemical industry preferred.
Availability for short- to medium-term business travel.