Senior Legal Counsel – Global Energy & Contracts

Burmeister & Wain Scandinavian Contractor A/S; Lillerød; On-site; DKK 800,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

BWSC in Allerød, Denmark, is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join our international legal team. You will provide strategic legal guidance across the business, support corporate governance, and manage contracts and disputes with internal stakeholders and external counsel.

The role requires strong Danish law expertise, fluency in Danish and English, and at least 5 years of experience in corporate or energy sectors. You will work autonomously in a fast-paced, globally oriented company.

Qualifications

• Holds a Danish Master of Laws degree or equivalent legal qualification.
• Strong understanding of Danish law and international frameworks, with cross-border transactions and dispute resolution experience.
• Fluent in Danish and English, both written and spoken.
• At least 5 years of legal experience, preferably in-house or with a law firm.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills with attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• able to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and prioritize effectively.
• High degree of professionalism and collaboration with management, clients and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on contract law, commercial transactions, corporate governance, company law, and dispute resolution.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements essential to projects and operations.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks through thorough assessments and strategic guidance.
• Support corporate governance, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations and policies.
• Collaborate with external counsel on complex issues and cases.
• Monitor relevant legislation and trends to ensure BWSC's compliance.
• Manage dispute resolution processes, including litigation and arbitration as needed.
• Educate internal teams on legal matters to foster a culture of compliance and awareness.

Skills

Danish law

English fluent

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Independent work

Education

Master of Laws (LL.M.) or equivalent

Job description

BWSC in Allerød, Denmark, is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join our international legal team. You will provide strategic legal guidance across the business, support corporate governance, and manage contracts and disputes with internal stakeholders and external counsel.

The role requires strong Danish law expertise, fluency in Danish and English, and at least 5 years of experience in corporate or energy sectors. You will work autonomously in a fast-paced, globally oriented company.