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Legal Counsel (f/m/d)

18.03.2025

At PALFINGER, we have been lifting goods to a new level for over 90 years - with a pioneering and passionate spirit. As a global technology and engineering company, we are the world's leading manufacturer and supplier of innovative crane and lifting solutions. Our success is based on the tireless efforts of our approximately 12,350 employees, who contribute their ideas and energy to our vision. With us, you can expect a dynamic working environment full of opportunities for personal and professional development. Become part of our team and start your career at PALFINGER.

As a Legal Counsel (f/m/d), you will support management and specialist departments in all legal matters, such as contract reviews, employment and corporate law matters, the development of standard documentation, and the legal design of new and innovative business models. You will work closely with operational decision-makers in the national and international corporate units and be involved in a wide variety of business issues. In matters where legal support is required, you will act as the interface between the company and these legal advisors.

Your responsibilities:

• Responsibility for the creation, revision, and updating of standard legal documents and contracts for various business units.
• Support in contract reviews and negotiations for various national and international business units.
• Legal assessment of issues in collaboration with specialist departments in the areas of labor law, corporate law, or administrative law and participation in projects in an international context.
• Coordination with involved lawyers on special issues, in litigation, or in international projects.

Your qualifications:

• Completed law studies with relevant legal experience (legal department or law firm).
• Experience and in-depth knowledge of Austrian labor law is an advantage.
• Business acumen and solution-oriented approach.
• Fluent written and spoken English, including technical terminology; additional language skills are an advantage.
• Open demeanor, authenticity, communication skills, and the ability to work in a team.

We offer:

• Challenging, demanding, and meaningful work in a highly successful international company.
• Good work-life balance thanks to flexible working hours and freedom in organizing your work.
• Performance-related compensation and attractive incentive systems.
• Career planning and development opportunities, as well as ongoing training.
• Voluntary additional benefits from our PALfit corporate health management system.

The minimum gross wage according to the Austrian metal industry collective agreement is EUR 41,452.18 per year. According to experience and qualification, we offer a market-conform overpayment.

Are you interested in the position and still have questions? Please do not hesitate to contact us.

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