Legal Counsel

vor 4 Wochen

Hamburg, Deutschland Cognizant Technology Solutions Vollzeit

Role: Legal Counsel - Commercial Transactions, Technology (d/f/m)
Preferred locations: Frankfurt, Munich, Hamburg for collaboration and office-based work

**The Role**
We are looking for a creative and smart team player to join our Commercial Legal team in EMEA, with several years of post-qualification experience in an international law firm or an equivalent in-house position in a multinational corporation, who is passionate about making an impact and contributing to the transformation of our business in the same way as helping our clients to be successful.You will be an integral part of the continued rapid growth of Cognizant’s European operations. You will have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of business transactions, from consultancy contracts to multi-million-dollar complex technology or business outsourcing deals. Primarily these will be in the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland) and other large markets in Continental Europe. You will interact with clients in a broad range of industries and work on all phases of deals, from proactive shaping, proposal/bid review stages, right through to final negotiation, escalation to senior Cognizant leadership and working on post signature matters. This is also an opportunity to really get under the skin of the business and become part of the deal-making teams and experience the digitalization of an industry, firsthand.

**What is in it for you?**
- Autonomy in your role and being a member of a collaborative team
- Genuine flexible home-office working policy
- Syndicus lawyer authorisation is supported
- A supportive, friendly, fun and hardworking legal team
- 360-degree learning and development opportunities to progress your career
- Unique culture: our people are diverse in all senses and passionate at what they do
- Opportunities to get involved in pro-bono and charity work, with the support of the company to make this a valued part of your role
- A generous benefits package, including an annual bonus scheme

**Your skills**
You have strong academic credentials. While commercial law experience in Germany or Switzerland is essential to this role, you must come with a commercially oriented mindset and curiosity for technical innovation. Your experience in working on IT contracts, advising on GDPR and IP related issues is accompanied by the ability to balance legal risks with commercial and operational needs. You aspire to make an impact and you desire to continuously learn.

**What else is essential to be successful**
- Full legal qualification in D or CH with bar exam
- Specialized expertise in regulated industries such as insurance or financial services is welcomed
- Languages: German native; English full working proficiency, ability to work in French is a plus
- Strong negotiation skills
- Adaptable and impactful communication skills with people at all levels and backgrounds
- Ability to multitask with rapidly changing priorities in a dynamic working environment

**What you can expect**
- A technology-driven company - We have an excellent technological backbone
- Trend-setting projects - We are proud to work with the most important companies in the world
- Unique development perspectives - People are our priority, where you will be individually supported and challenged (internal and external training available)
- Open door & 'can do' team spirit - Authentic and open team, where every personality finds a place
- Independence and self-determination - An environment where you can manage your own projects and clients
- Sustainability Consulting Program - Participation in sustainable innovation projects where you can realise your ideas

Our strength is built on our ability to work together. Our many backgrounds offer different perspectives and new ways of thinking. It encourages lively discussions, inspires thought leadership, and helps us build better solutions for our clients. We looking for someone who drives in this setting and is inspired to craft significant solutions through true collaboration.

**About Cognizant**

**Employee Status **:Full Time Employee

**Shift **:Day Job

**Travel **:No

**Job Posting **:Mar 18 2024

**About Cognizant

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