BENTELER Group · 1 month ago
In-House Legal Counsel
Auburn Hills, MI
Contract
Hybrid
Mid Level
4+ years expBENTELER Group is a global corporation with a focus on automotive solutions, seeking an experienced In-House Legal Counsel to provide legal support across all operational areas. The role involves analyzing complex legal situations, advising on business transactions, and ensuring compliance with both global and local standards.
AutomotiveIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturingSales
Responsibilities
Provide timely and competent support in legal matters for all internal departments and across all divisions
Review and support the drafting and negotiations of complex vendor, customer, and employment-related contracts
Analyze and assess operational situations from a legal perspective and recommend appropriate options
Assist and support in operational business transactions, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A)
Support the development and provide recommendations for company policies
Ensure implementation of global contract standards and policies, adapting to local requirements as needed
Conduct and coordinate operational legal research and deliver local legal training
Identify and monitor legislative changes and ensure their implementation within the area of responsibility
Prepare and maintain statistics on legal cases and coordinate topics with outside legal counsel
Qualification
Required
Licensed to practice law in at least one state (Michigan or South Carolina preferred)
Minimum of 4 years of relevant legal experience
Ability to handle legal issues of medium complexity independently
Experience supporting complex national and international projects; capable of managing parts of large-scale projects
Must have a strong knowledge of contract law, corporate governance, and compliance
Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills
Ability to travel (domestic and international). Travel requirements may be up to 30%
Preferred
Experience with general human resources topics is preferred
Experience in international business relations a plus
Benefits
401(k) Match
Dental
Development
Educational Assistance
Flexible Work Schedules
Health Savings Accounts
Holidays
Life & Disability
Medical
Training
Vacation
Vision
Wealth Management Support
Company
BENTELER Group
BENTELER is a global company serving customers in automotive technology, the energy sector and mechanical engineering.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ralf Göttel
CEO BENTELER International AG
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