Senior legal counsel - Distribution law

Ceva Santé Animale; Paris; Sur place; EUR 80 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A global leader in animal health is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel in Paris. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in negotiating transactions and drafting contracts related to competition law. The role involves managing litigation and creating training programs. Excellent English skills and familiarity with digital tools are essential. This position supports a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience in a similar role.
• Specialist in European and French regulations concerning competition.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.

Responsabilités

• Negotiate transactions and draft various contracts.
• Manage associated litigation.
• Develop training programs on commercial law issues.

Connaissances

Negotiating transactions

Drafting contracts

Understanding of competition law

Interpersonal skills

Digital tools proficiency

Formation

Master's degree in Competition and Contract Law or related field

Description du poste

Mission

Within our Legal Department based in Paris, we are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel with at least 8 years of experience. This position reports to the Legal Manager for Western Europe / Middle East / Africa. The Senior Legal Counsel will primarily focus on negotiating transactions and drafting a wide variety of contracts with significant distribution and competition law implications, as well as managing any associated litigation. They will also be responsible for developing training programs to raise awareness of commercial and competition law issues among various stakeholders within the company.

Qualifications

• Master's degree (or equivalent) in Competition and Contract Law, Distribution / Commercial Law, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in a similar role within an international environment or law firm.
• Specialist in European and French regulations concerning competition restrictions, technology transfers, and anti-competitive practices.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills and ability to navigate cultural differences.
• Comfortable with new technologies and digital tools as part of Ceva’s Legal Department digital transformation.
• Dynamic, precise, organized, responsive, initiative‑driven, and possessing excellent interpersonal skills.

About Ceva

As a global leader in animal health, Ceva Animal Health believes our success is linked to our passionate people researching, developing, producing and supplying innovative health solutions for all animals. We are committed to ensuring the highest possible level of care and well-being for farm animals (poultry, pigs, ruminants), companion animals (dogs and cats) and wildlife. Our "Together, Beyond Animal Health" vision emphasizes that the health and wellbeing of people, animals and our planet are totally interlinked. More than ever, Ceva is committed to a "One Health" approach. As part of our “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” policy, Ceva Animal Health is committed to the employment of people with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodations throughout the interview process to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for all applicants.