Legal Counsel Germany

**Join Our Team as a Legal Counsel at GXO Logistics in Germany**

Are you a dynamic commercial lawyer with a passion for the fast-paced world of logistics? GXO Logistics, a leader in supply chain solutions, is seeking a Legal Counsel to join our team in Germany. This is an exciting opportunity to bring your legal expertise to a multinational organization, working on a variety of commercial contracts and influencing key business decisions.

**What You Do on a Typical Day**:

- Review, draft, and negotiate multiple commercial contracts for both new customer business and customer contract renewals, as well as supplier contracts.
- Manage general legal inquiries from the business, providing timely and accurate advice.
- Collaborate with and oversee external counsel to ensure their work aligns with GXO expectations.
- Stay up to date with legal developments in contract law and other areas impacting the business, sharing updates with the legal team and wider organization.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, inspiring confidence and trust.
- Work autonomously in a fast-paced environment, managing your own caseload efficiently.
- Demonstrate sound judgment and integrity in all work, aligning with company objectives and strategies.
- Ensure compliance with legislative requirements and internal governance controls and processes.

**What You Need to Succeed at GXO**:

- Proven in-house experience at a multinational organization or solid commercial contracting experience from a reputable law firm.
- Strong research skills and the ability to quickly grasp new legal matters.
- Basic understanding of property law, insurance, and employment matters is a plus.
- Excellent organizational skills, work ethic, and accountability for managing business expectations.
- Effective communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders.
- Forward-thinking and creative mindset, with strong business acumen to assess the significance of legal matters and minimize risks.
- Proficiency in English and German

**What We Offer You**:

- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development within a leading logistics company.
- A dynamic and collaborative work environment where your contributions make a real impact.
- The chance to work with a diverse team of professionals committed to excellence and innovation.

**Unlock the potential of your future**

**Your work environment**:

- Working at GXO Logistics means working in a dynamic and international organization. A fascinating environment with plenty of room for personal input and development. Employees at GXO Logistics are in charge of their own success. Whatever your position at GXO Logistics, you will face new challenges every day, which will enable you to develop optimally. We support you in your development, so that you can contribute to the entrepreneurship of our organization. GXO Logistics offers advanced supply chain solutions for the world's most successful companies in many industries; like e-commerce, food & retail and industrial multinationals.

**Want to know more about GXO Logistics?**

**In short, this is the next place you want to work**

**Interested?**

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.