Counsel

Emerson Electric Co; Warszawa; Sur place; PLN 180 000 - 300 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Emerson Electric Co in Warsaw, Poland seeks a Counsel to provide practical, business-focused legal support across commercial, corporate, compliance, data protection, cybersecurity, procurement, and regulatory matters. You will partner with business leaders to negotiate contracts, manage legal risks, support strategic initiatives, and help drive compliance and growth across Poland, the Baltics, and Ukraine.

This in-house role offers international exposure and the chance to grow into a trusted

Qualifications

• Qualified to practice law in Poland.
• Experience providing legal support in a commercial, corporate, or international setting.
• Experience reviewing, drafting, negotiating sales or procurement contracts.
• Fluent in Polish and English; able to draft legal documents.
• Knowledge of corporate, commercial, compliance and regulatory matters.

Responsabilités

• Provide legal guidance on procurement contracts, commercial agreements, and corporate matters.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and support execution of key legal documents.
• Identify risks and deliver practical, business-focused solutions.
• Support corporate housekeeping and regulatory compliance programs.
• Manage disputes, investigations, and liaison with external counsel.
• Monitor regulatory developments impacting business operations.

Connaissances

Polish law qualification

Commercial contracts

Corporate law

Data protection/compliance

Regulatory matters

English proficiency

Stakeholder collaboration

Outils

Microsoft Office

Legal documentation tools

Description du poste

If you are a Counsel professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you in Warsaw, Poland . In this role, you will provide practical, business-focused legal support across a broad range of commercial, corporate, compliance, data protection, cybersecurity, procurement, and regulatory matters. Supporting operations across Poland, the Baltics, and Ukraine, you will partner with business leaders and legal colleagues to negotiate contracts, manage legal risks, support strategic initiatives, and help drive compliance and business growth. This position offers meaningful responsibility, international exposure, and the opportunity to develop as a trusted legal advisor within a global organization.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Provide legal advice and guidance on a broad range of legal matters, including procurement contracts, commercial agreements, corporate law, data protection, compliance, cybersecurity, claims management, and security-related legal topics.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and support the execution of commercial agreements, procurement contracts, non-disclosure agreements, and other legal documents.
• Partner with business stakeholders to identify legal risks and deliver practical, business-oriented solutions.
• Support corporate housekeeping activities and ensure compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with compliance programs, checkpoint review processes, sanctions-related matters, and other regulatory initiatives.
• Manage and support claims, disputes, investigations, and litigation matters in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external counsel.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and assess their impact on business operations.
• Contribute to legal process improvements, template development, and implementation of best practices.
• Deliver legal guidance and training to employees to promote awareness of legal and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with colleagues across functions, geographies, and business units to support strategic projects and business objectives.
• Support post-acquisition integration activities and other corporate initiatives as required.
• Maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders while ensuring legal matters are handled with professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment.

Who You Are:

You build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. You apply knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance organizational goals. You make sound and timely decisions, even when faced with ambiguity, by evaluating relevant information and considering potential risks. You consistently deliver results by taking ownership, maintaining high standards of integrity, and adapting effectively to changing priorities and business needs.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Qualification to practice law in Poland or eligibility to serve as in-house legal counsel in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Relevant experience providing legal support in a commercial, corporate, or international business environment.
• Experience reviewing, drafting, and negotiating sales contracts, procurement contracts, or other commercial agreements.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both Polish and English, including drafting legal documents and participating in business discussions.
• Knowledge of corporate, commercial, compliance, and regulatory matters relevant to a multinational organization.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build credibility and collaborate across functions and cultures.
• Proficiency with standard business software and legal documentation tools.
• A proactive, adaptable, and business-oriented approach to legal support.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Approximately 2 to 5 years of relevant legal experience in a multinational company, manufacturing environment, goods or services sector, or an international law firm.
• Experience supporting cross-border business operations or working within a matrix organization.
• Exposure to data protection, cybersecurity, sanctions compliance, claims management, or security-related legal matters.
• Experience supporting legal matters across multiple jurisdictions.
• Familiarity with corporate governance and corporate housekeeping requirements.
• Experience delivering legal training and compliance awareness initiatives.
• Ukrainian language skills.
• Demonstrated ability to balance legal risk with practical business objectives.

Our Culture and Commitment To You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

At Emerson, our values of innovation, integrity, collaboration, and inclusion guide everything we do. We welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone can contribute, develop their skills, and achieve their full potential. If your experience does not perfectly match every qualification listed, we still encourage you to apply if you believe your skills and capabilities will help you succeed in this role.

WHY EMERSON (https://www1.emerson.com/en/corporate/careers/meet-emerson)

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

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ABOUT EMERSON (https://www1.emerson.com/en/corporate/about-us)

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.