Legal Counsel

BYD Europe; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational automotive firm is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to assist in the preparation and review of complex contracts and to provide legal advice to business managers. Ideal candidates should have a Master of Law degree and 8 years of legal experience, preferably in the automotive sector. The role involves managing legal disputes, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with headquarters. A commitment to a zero-emission future is essential.

Benefits

Performance-based competitive remuneration

Scottish Widow workplace pension

25 days paid holidays

Department & company-wide team building events

Opportunity to lead in zero-emissions transition

Qualifications

• 8 years of legal experience as in-house counsel or at an international law firm.
• Knowledge of the laws of England and Wales is a plus.
• Experience in commercial contracts and corporate law.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review complex commercial contracts.
• Provide legal advice to business managers.
• Handle legal disputes and coordinate with external lawyers.
• Support on legal compliance matters.

Skills

Commercial/transactional negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Proactive team player

Excellent command of English

Education

Master of Law degree

Job description

Job Role

Legal Counsel for BYD UK & BYD EU (Fleet Sales and Auto Finance)

Location

Uxbridge London

Department

Legal

Key responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate and advise on a variety of complex commercial contracts which may include auto finance agreements, fleet sale agreements, distributor agreements, supply contracts and after-sales service agreements, etc.
• Provide legal advice to business managers to ensure that legal issues are identified and resolved and that legal risk is managed appropriately.
• Handle legal disputes, including coordination of litigation/arbitration procedures and collaboration with external lawyers.
• Support on legal compliance matters.
• Provide clear and practical advice and assistance regarding legal matters to BYD’s management concerning our business activities.
• Summarize potential risks of current business activities and provide training to the business team.
• Liaise and cooperate with the legal team at headquarters.

Required skills, qualifications and experience

• Master of Law degree. Knowledge of the laws of England and Wales is a plus.
• 8 years of professional legal experience either as an in-house counsel of international cooperation or an international law firm. Experience in the automotive industry is a plus.
• Experience in commercial contract matters, corporate law and legal compliance.
• Good commercial/transactional negotiation skills, particularly in cross-cultural and multi-jurisdictional transactions.
• Ability to develop and implement legal strategies and solutions.
• Proven analytical skills, precise and able to multi-task effectively.
• Proactive, diligent team player and also able to work independently.
• Excellent command of English language – both verbally and in writing. Knowledge of Chinese is a plus.
• Ability to support EU transaction legal issues.
• ESG experience is a plus.

Benefits

• Performance and experience-based competitive remuneration
• Scottish Widow workplace pension
• 25 days paid holidays plus public holidays
• Department & company-wide team building events
• An exciting opportunity to lead the European transition to zero-emissions transportation and de-carbonization of the economy.

About BYD

Our Purpose is to build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and wants to create a positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team.

BYD is a leading high-tech multinational based in Shenzhen, China. It operates in four core fields of IT, automotive, new energy and rail transit and employs over 300,000 people worldwide. As a global pioneer in New Energy Solutions, BYD is dedicated to building a zero-emission ecosystem.

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1