International Legal Counsel/Contract Manager

We create chemistry but we are much more than a chemistry company: We’re engineers, scientists, technical experts and logistics specialist. We have 100 years of experience, a global network and a great passion for chemistry that comes from the heart. This is how we make sure that our plastics drive the cars of tomorrow, that our emulsions make interior paints even more eco-friendly and that our sweeteners reduce sugar also in your food products. Headquartered in Dallas (Texas) our global network includes around 7,700 employees, more than 80 locations in 20 countries with 3 global service centers: Budapest, Nanjing, Irving.

                                                                Currently we are looking for a

                                                   International Legal Counsel/Contract Manager

The position will be based in Celanese’s European headquarters in Amsterdam, the Netherlands and will report directly to Celanese’s Senior Legal Counsel, also based in Amsterdam.

The European Legal team - currently consisting of eight attorneys and one paralegal based in Amsterdam, Frankfurt and Budapest - is part of the bigger Celanese Global Legal team with members located in the USA, EMEA and APAC.

• Draft, review, and negotiate standard and non-standard contracts and documentation (mainly in English), providing clear and practical legal expertise and guidance.
• Lead the Legal review, negotiation and approval of NDAs for all the EMEA region, working closely with the business in new business pursuit and associated contract strategy.
• Provide training sessions to the commercial teams on various topics, mainly concerning contract law and the company's contract policies.
• Ensure compliance with appropriate laws, regulations, corporate policies, and business unit procedures.
• Assist and take a proactive role in the identification, development and implementation of new contract policy and processes.
• Assist in the preparation and filing of documents required for the fulfilment of the company's obligations under corporate law and its articles of association

• 1- 3 years of working experience, gained in an international and dynamic environment, preferably in a law firm or multinational company. Experience in Dutch corporate law is a plus.
• Law degree from an European University.
• Fluent in English, good language skills in another European language would be a plus.
• Proven experience/knowledge in general contract law.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to deal confidently and effectively across the organization.
• Creative mindset to translate commercial ideas into sound legal frameworks and documents.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Proactive and flexible with a hands-on approach.

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