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Senior Legal Counsel

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Job Responsibilities

1. Compliance Framework & Corporate Governance

Compliance Architecture

Lead the design, implementation, and localization of corporate policies and compliance programs tailored to the manufacturing sector.

Corporate Governance

Manage board resolutions, statutory filings, and legal representative authorizations for the Hungarian legal entities.

Regulatory Monitoring

Proactively track changes in Hungarian/EU laws (especially regarding environmental, labor, and safety standards) and update internal systems accordingly.

2. Commercial & Operational Contracts

Full-Cycle Contract Management

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including high-value Procurement (raw materials, equipment), Sales, Logistics, and Service contracts.

3. Site-Specific Legal Support & Advisory

Day-to-Day Counseling

Act as the primary legal point of contact for plant managers on operational issues, including land use, utilities, and EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety).

Labor & Employment

Advise HR on labor law compliance, employment contracts, and workplace dispute prevention.

4. Dispute Resolution & Crisis Management

Litigation Management

Manage and resolve both litigation and non-litigation disputes with suppliers, contractors, or other third parties.

Emergency Response

Lead the legal response to potential government audits, compliance investigations, and other unforeseen corporate emergencies.

5. European Headquarters Support

Regional Collaboration

Provide legal support and assistance to the European Headquarters (HQ) on legal matters, or other strategic initiatives as required.

6. Miscellaneous Legal Affairs

Handle any other legal matters related to factory construction, operation, or general corporate affairs as assigned.

Qualifications

1.5+ years of post-qualification legal experience, ideally with a focus on manufacturing, electronics, or the automotive/battery industry.

2.Deep understanding of Hungarian Commercial Law, Corporate Law, and Labor Law.

Experience in multi-site management or greenfield project support is a strong plus.

3.Native or bilingual level in Hungarian; professional working proficiency in English.

4.Ability and willingness to travel to Komárom, Páty, and Fót in accordance with project business needs.

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