Legal counsel

Arsenale Group; Roma; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A luxury hospitality group is seeking a qualified Legal Counsel to provide legal support in their operations. The candidate will draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of experience in a legal role and a strong command of English, with French as a plus. This position offers a dynamic environment in Italy, promoting diversity and inclusion.

Competenze

• Qualified lawyer with admission to practice in one jurisdiction.
• At least 4 years of experience in multinational companies or leading law firms.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.

Mansioni

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts.
• Provide legal advice to procurement, logistics, and operations teams.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Conoscenze

Drafting and negotiating commercial agreements

Regulatory compliance

Contract law

Negotiation skills

Fluency in English

Interpersonal skills

Formazione

Law degree

Descrizione del lavoro

Who We Are : Arsenale is a multi-brand Group capable of providing a comprehensive service to the largest and most renowned luxury global market operators who wish to expand in Italy.

Founded and supported by internationally renowned entrepreneurs and investors, Arsenale aims at creating the leading luxury hospitality group in Italy.

To pursue that ambition, the Group launched an impressive investments plan to boost tourism and made-in-Italy through the acquisition, re-development and enhancement of iconic hotels and hospitality solutions in the most beautiful locations of the country.

What we are looking for: We are seeking a highly qualified and business-oriented Legal Counsel to provide legal support across our global supply chain, procurement and operations.

The successful candidate will be involved in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements, oversee regulatory and corporate compliance programs.

This role requires knowledge of contracts in construction, hospitality and real estate sectors, strong command of industrial and supply chain agreements, and advanced professional English suitable for negotiations and drafting.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts, including but not limited to supply agreements, distribution agreements, logistics and service contracts, NDAs, and procurement documentation.
• Provide strategic legal advice to procurement, logistics, and operations teams to support business objectives while minimizing legal risks.
• Structure contracts specific to hospitality management agreements, real estate construction and custom furniture supply contracts, lease and purchase agreements, and industrial / supply chain agreements with a focus on risk allocation and compliance.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including trade compliance, antitrust, export controls, anti-corruption, and labor laws related to the supply chain.
• Support dispute resolution related to suppliers, service providers, or logistics partners, including claims, litigation, and arbitration.
• Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations, advising internal stakeholders accordingly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including procurement, finance, quality, compliance, and sustainability.
• Assist in the development and implementation of internal policies, contract templates, and training programs related to supply chain legal matters.
• Manage relationships with external legal counsel when necessary.
• Contribute to the development of templates, playbooks and automated tools to streamline contracting and compliance processes.
• Lead legal risk assessments for projects and contracts, recommending risk‑mitigation measures.

Requirements

• Qualified lawyer with a degree in Law and admission to practice in at least one jurisdiction.
• At least 4 years of experience in a legal role within multinational companies or leading law firms.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Strong understanding of internal and international trade regulations and compliance.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.
• Fluency in English; French is a plus (strongly appreciated).
• Immediate availability will be considered a plus. Our company is committed to diversity and inclusion.

We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, age, nationality, or background.

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