Legal Counsel (m/f/d) Focus on Compliance

Reference ID: 41520

Are you interested in high-quality, natural, and tasty nutrition?

We are! It’s our ambition to shape the future of nutrition.

Döhler is a leading global producer of natural ingredients and solutions for the food, beverage, lifestyle and nutrition industries. We use innovative technology to process plant-based raw materials and enrich products such as lifestyle drinks, cereals, dairy, and confectionery goods for almost every well-known brand. Close to 10.000 dedicated employees in more than 70 countries share one common goal - to ensure that millions of people around the world enjoy the products created by us.

We strive to inspire and empower our employees in everything we do, and we invite you to join our team – together WE BRING IDEAS TO LIFE.

As a Legal Counsel (m/f/d) in the Corporate Legal department, the central legal department of our company headquartered in Darmstadt, you will assist in the legal support of the Döhler Group companies worldwide.

Your Role

• As an expert in your field, you will advise on and address all issues related to operational, legal, commercial, and sales law, including areas such as contract law, product liability, corporate law, and compliance
• You will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex contracts with our (inter)national clients and business partners
• You will also manage disputes and legal conflicts
• Additionally, you will handle product, warranty, and other liability cases
• You will develop, implement, and monitor compliance processes and structures in accordance with legal requirements in Germany and support relevant audits
• Furthermore, you will advise departments and management on all relevant compliance matters, particularly regarding topics in data protection, the Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG), and ESG, etc.
• If necessary, you will accompany mergers and acquisitions, including legal reviews
• You will actively and continuously implement strategies to structure legal frameworks, secure legal positions, and manage corporate activities
• You will work on projects related to issues such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

Your Profile

• You have several years of professional experience in the legal department of a globally operating company or a regional law firm with a focus on commercial law
• You have successfully completed your studies in law (first and second state exams)
• You have a knack for dealing with compliance and legal matters and have already applied your solid compliance knowledge in practice
• You demonstrate strong commercial understanding, a balanced risk awareness, a meticulous work style, and an analytical understanding of complex relationships
• You stand out with your ability to prioritize and can act pragmatically and hands-on when needed
• Your demeanor is confident, and you excel at formulating precise and persuasive communication
• You are characterized by strong communication and assertiveness skills, as well as pronounced negotiation abilities
• Your working languages are German and English (additional languages are a plus)

Your Benefits

• Culture: Friendly and informal atmosphere, family-owned company, flat hierarchies, short communication channels, and helpful colleagues
• Impact: You are an integral part of our business success and make an important contribution to the future of nutrition
• Empowerment: You can fully unleash your potential and have the opportunity to take on responsibilities
• Digitalization: We maintain excellent partnerships with market-leading innovators, allowing you to access and work with state-of-the-art technologies
• Anniversary and special payments
• Employee referral bonuses
• Additional benefits: Christmas parties, events, financial benefits, and online shop discounts (e.g., IT leasing, mobile phone contracts, shopping, and travel discounts, etc.)
• Welcome@Döhler: Onboarding event for all new colleagues, as well as several weeks of individual training
• Döhler Academy: You have the opportunity to continuously develop your education further through internal and external training programs
• Food is taken care of: On-site cafeteria with regional and varied cuisine and complimentary drinks
• Stay fit: Take advantage of local sports offerings at reduced prices
• Mobility: Subsidized Germany ticket or JobRad
• Insurance benefits such as company pension plans and accident insurance
• Global growth trajectory: Challenging and internationally oriented work at our headquarters in Darmstadt
• Attractive location in Darmstadt: Easily accessible by train, bus, on foot, or by car (free parking)

Equal opportunities for all

We welcome applicants, who are just as diverse as we are - regardless of age, ancestry, disability, ethnic origin, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, social background or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Become a part of our team and apply online trough our career portal to the attention of Nadine Schmidt. Please note that we are unable to consider or return application documents sent by mail.