(Senior) Legal Counsel

Taylor Root has been exclusively retained by a leading multinational industrial group to appoint a (Senior) Legal Counsel to join its European legal function.

This is a unique opportunity to step into a high‑impact role at the heart of a complex, innovative, and future‑focused organisation operating across multiple jurisdictions.

The Role

As part of a highly skilled legal team, you will work closely with the General Counsel and collaborate with colleagues across Europe. You will act as a trusted advisor to the business on a broad range of commercial, regulatory, and operational matters, supporting major industrial activities and strategic projects.

This position is ideal for a commercially minded lawyer who enjoys navigating sophisticated legal challenges, partnering with senior stakeholders, and contributing to large‑scale industrial and transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial, procurement, capex, energy, and long‑term industrial contracts.
• Advise on real‑estate matters relating to industrial land, production facilities, and infrastructure.
• Provide guidance on regulatory, environmental, energy‑related, and operational legal risks.
• Support cross‑border projects, partnerships, joint ventures, and strategic transactions across several European jurisdictions.
• Manage and coordinate external counsel, ensuring quality and cost control.
• Oversee litigation, arbitration, and administrative proceedings within your remit.
• Contribute to legal training, template development, playbooks, and digitalisation initiatives.
• Promote strong governance, legal risk management, and adherence to group policies.

Your Profile

• 8-10+ years of experience in commercial law, ideally with exposure to sales, procurement, and industrial contracting.
• Background in an international law firm or a global industrial/technology‑driven organisation.
• Experience coordinating complex, multi‑jurisdictional projects or transactions.
• Interest or experience in adjacent areas such as corporate, insolvency, real estate, or regulatory law.
• Full German legal qualification (two state exams), with at least one passed with distinction.
• Fluent in English; strong drafting skills in both English and German.
• A proactive, hands‑on mindset with the ability to analyse and solve complex issues.
• Strong communication skills, stakeholder management, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, international environment.
• High integrity, collaborative spirit, and a forward‑looking, change‑positive attitude.

What’s on Offer

• A stimulating role within a global industrial leader undergoing significant innovation and transformation.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge projects in areas such as energy transition, sustainability, and advanced industrial operations.
• A respected legal function that acts as a true business partner.
• A culture that values personal development, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing.
• The opportunity to work with highly skilled colleagues across Europe.

The SR Group (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.