Legal Counsel

FLOCERT Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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Description

We are looking for a Legal Counsel as a generalist, who combines legal expertise with a pragmatic, solution‑oriented mindset. In this role, you will work across different departments, provide hands‑on advice in particular on corporate, commercial, civil and contract law, and ensure that FLOCERT operates within a secure and compliant legal framework.

You will help colleagues navigate complex legal topics, contribute to governance processes, and act as a trusted partner in drafting, commenting and negotiating contracts as well as decision‑making. You will be part of an international and diverse environment where cooperation, responsibility and respect matter in practice.

If you are eager to use your legal skills in a context where integrity and social responsibility guide our work, this role offers you the chance to grow professionally while making a meaningful contribution.

• Job Share: Full‑time (38,5 hrs. p.w.)
• Salary: The salary and benefit package depend upon qualifications and experience (German collective bargaining agreement (CBA) for wholesale and foreign trade in NRW, Salary Category VIa)
• Start date: as soon as possible

Your responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on corporate, commercial and data protection law
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with internal and external stakeholders
• Support governance processes and contribute to company‑level decision‑making
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions
• Ensure effective risk and contract management
• Coordinate with external legal advisors
• Support the development of compliance and data protection frameworks
• Share knowledge and provide training on legal matters within FLOCERT

Your qualifications, experience and skills

• Fully qualified German lawyer (Volljurist*in; First and Second State Examination), admitted to the bar
• Fluent in German and English, both oral and written
• Solid knowledge of data protection law (GDPR)
• Excellent communication skills and intercultural competence
• Ability to manage workload independently, prioritise effectively, and deliver under pressure
• Strong service orientation combined with motivation for Fairtrade
• Experience as in‑house legal counsel, ideally within an international environment
• Additional language skills (e.g. French, Spanish) are considered an advantage
• Understanding of compliance and risk assessment
• Familiarity with the regulatory environment of certification standards

What we offer

• International work environment
• Company culture of dialogue and respect
• Onboarding and welcome management
• Open‑minded and value‑driven colleagues living our mission
• Attractive benefit package, e.g.: holiday bonus, 13th salary, occupational pension scheme and more
• Opportunities to make a meaningful impact
• Learning and development opportunitiesChance for motivated staff to grow

How to apply

Apply directly via our careers page: Careers – FLOCERT

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Legal

Industries: International Trade and Development