Junior Legal Counsel Commercial Contracts

OVS S.p.A.; Mestre; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing programs

Yoga classes

Learning & development

Company cafeteria

Brand discount

Exclusive group perks

Flexible schedule

Health insurance eligibility

Job summary

OVS S.p.A. in Mestre, Italy, is seeking a Junior Legal Counsel to join our Legal Department.

You will draft, review and negotiate a broad spectrum of commercial contracts, including franchise, licensing, sales, distribution, IT and outsourcing agreements.

The ideal candidate holds a law degree with bar qualification, at least two years of experience, and fluent English; you will advise on risk, ensure compliance and support cross‑functional teams.

Qualifications

• Law degree with bar qualification is essential.
• At least 2 years of legal experience at a top-tier law firm with exposure to contract law and commercial agreements.
• Knowledge of company law and extraordinary corporate operations is a plus.
• Fluency in English (both written and spoken) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate a broad spectrum of commercial contracts including franchise and licensing, sales, agency and distribution, IT and outsourcing agreements.
• Provide clear, business-oriented legal advice to internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance of contracts with applicable laws, company policies, and best practices.
• Support management in strategic decisions relating to partnerships, procurement, and retail operations.
• Advise on contract liabilities and manage related litigation matters.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Commercial contracts

Legal risk assessment

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Law degree

Bar qualification

Job description

We are looking for a Junior Legal Counsel Commercial Contracts to join our Legal Department.

Key Responsibilities:

Contract Management

• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad spectrum of commercial contracts, including:
• Franchise and licensing agreements
• Sales, agency and distribution agreements
• Service agreements
• Purchase and supply agreements
• Logistics, warehousing, and transportation agreements
• IT, software licensing, SaaS, and digital service agreements
• Outsourcing, facility management, and utilities contracts

Legal Advisory

• Provide clear, business-oriented advice to internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance of contracts with applicable laws, company policies, and best practices.
• Support management in strategic decisions relating to partnerships, procurement, and retail operations.
• Advise on contract liabilities and manage related litigation matters

Cross-Functional Support

• Partner closely with departments including Sales, Procurement and Finance.
• Contribute proactively to business discussions, understanding commercial drivers and aligning legal advice accordingly.

Qualifications & Experience

• Law degree with excellent academic credentials and bar qualification is essential.
• At least 2 years of legal experience at a top tier law firm, with extensive exposure to contract law and commercial agreements is a must.
• Additional knowledges of company law and extraordinary corporate operations is a plus
• Fluency in English (both written and spoken) is essential

Key Skills & Competencies

• Proven track record of drafting and negotiating complex contracts.
• Ability to balance legal risk with commercial opportunity, applying a pragmatic approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust at all levels of the organization.
• High level of integrity, professional judgment, and resilience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Capacity to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

Why Join Us?

In OVS Group you will find a structured company, a dynamic and strongly results-oriented environment. We are innovating tradition, with a strong investment in new technologies, to offer customers and employees an increasingly omnichannel and digital experience, without neglecting attention to the environment, the future and sustainability.

The opportunity is full time, with annual salary range between 30.000 euro - 35.000 euro.

Additional benefits in joining us:

• Wellbeing & Parenting: Programs dedicated to physical and mental wellbeing and parenting support
• Wellness area with free courses such as yoga, pilates, and functional training
• Learning & Development: Technical-specialist and managerial training programs and opportunities for continuous skill development
• Company Cafeteria
• 25% discount on all our brands
• Access to exclusive employee perks across the group (travel, electronics, and more)
• Flexible start times and smart working options
• Medical consultation and 8 additional hours of paid leave annually for medical appointments
• Health insurance included once a permanent contract is secured

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