Legal Counsel Business (H/F)

TN France; La Madeleine; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

An established industry player is seeking an experienced business lawyer to join their legal team in La Madeleine, France. In this pivotal role, you will provide strategic legal support to various business functions across the EMEA region. Your expertise will be crucial in drafting and negotiating contracts, managing disputes, and advising on legal risks. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and negotiation skills, along with a Master's degree in law and proficiency in both English and French. Join a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to making a positive impact in the industry.

Qualifications

• 3+ to 5 years of experience in an international or manufacturing group.
• Full professional proficiency in English and French.

Responsabilités

• Provide legal support to business teams in the EMEA region.
• Draft, review, and negotiate supply agreements and contracts.
• Manage contractual disputes and litigation.

Connaissances

Critical Thinking

Analytical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Cultural Awareness

Formation

Masters Degree in Business, Economic, or International Law

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29.04.2025

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Job Description:

Roquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical excipients.

Want to help us make a difference?
Using plant-based resources, we collaborate with our customers and partners to imagine and offer ingredients to better feed people and treat patients.
Each of our ingredients responds to unique and essential needs, and they enable healthier lifestyles.

Our teams

Roquette's legal department comprises over 60 members across 5 functions (Ethics & Compliance, Corporate, Global Operations, Intellectual Property, Regulatory Affairs) and 3 regions (EMEA, Americas, APAC).

The legal team provides strategic legal advice and guidance on the Group’s activities, projects, and transactions, supporting Roquette’s growth strategy.

Members are actively involved upstream in projects and in designing commercial or partnership strategies, working closely with internal teams (sales, purchase, manufacturing, etc.) to deliver pragmatic advice and support.

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced business lawyer based at the company's headquarters in Lille / La Madeleine, North of France. You will support the Senior Business Lawyer for the EMEA region.

The mission?

• Provide legal support to business teams and operational functions in the EMEA region.
• Draft, review, and negotiate supply agreements and other contracts, allocating risk and responsibility.
• Manage contractual disputes and litigation, resolving or escalating issues as needed.
• Support the Senior Legal Counsel on business projects and initiatives.

Your experience and talents will make the difference by:

• Providing effective, business-oriented legal advice to sales and operational teams.
• Identifying legal and contractual risks and developing mitigation strategies.
• Supporting the development of policies, processes, and best practices within the legal team.

What will we love about you?

• Strong critical thinking, analytical, reasoning, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills as a team player.
• High ethics and professionalism, comfortable in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
• Business acumen, technical understanding, and pragmatic problem-solving skills.
• Organizational skills and ability to influence others.
• Cultural awareness and open-mindedness.

And also...

• Education: Masters Degree (Bac+5) in Business, Economic, or International Law / LLM / Business School.
• Experience: 3+ to 5 years, preferably in an international or manufacturing group.
• Specific requirements: Full professional proficiency in English and French.

If you identify with this position, please apply by uploading your resume and start the journey with us!

Roquette is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, integrating these values into everything we do, from products to team interactions.

Learn more about our products, values, and sustainability efforts on our website.