CORPORATE GOVERNANCE + CONTRACTS COUNSEL

FootPrintLegal; Milano; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading investment company based in Milan is seeking a Legal Counsel with expertise in corporate governance and commercial contracts. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of relevant experience and excellent English skills. You will manage corporate governance activities and negotiate various agreements while supporting the company's legal operations in a dynamic, international environment.

Servizi

Professional growth opportunities

Dynamic international work environment

Collaborative team culture

Competenze

• 3-5 years of experience in a law firm or legal department.
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance and corporate law.
• Ability to work independently and maintain a business-oriented approach.

Mansioni

• Manage corporate governance for group companies.
• Draft and maintain board and shareholders' meeting minutes.
• Review and negotiate domestic and international commercial agreements.

Conoscenze

Corporate governance knowledge

Commercial contracts expertise

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Formazione

Law degree

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCE + CONTRACTS COUNSELMilan PQE : Newly Qualified 1-3 years PQE Area of Expertise : In-House

We are looking for a Legal Counsel specializing in corporate governance and commercial contracts to join the legal team of an investment company based in Milan. In this role, you will support the company’s legal activities, ensuring compliance while protecting business interests. You will be engaged in key corporate and contractual operations, working closely with internal departments and external advisors.

Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include managing corporate governance for group companies, drafting and maintaining board and shareholders’ meeting minutes, updating bylaws, and managing powers of attorney. You will also draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of domestic and international commercial agreements, including supply, distribution, NDA, license, partnership, service, and consultancy contracts. The role will involve providing legal support for extraordinary transactions such as M&A, restructurings, and due diligence, monitoring relevant legislation, and offering internal legal advice on corporate and contractual matters.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will hold a law degree and have three to five years of experience in a law firm or the legal department of a structured company. You should have strong knowledge of corporate governance, corporate law and commercial contracts, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team while maintaining a pragmatic, business-oriented approach. Excellent English skills, both written and spoken, are essential, and knowledge of Arabic would be an asset. The role requires high attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. The company offer a dynamic, growing, and international work environment, professional growth and development opportunities, and a collaborative, results-driven team culture where your contributions make a tangible impact.

Ref : GM2744