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In House Legal Advisor

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Lidl

9d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Legal
  • Dublin

AI generated summary

  • You must be a qualified solicitor or barrister with 3-5 years PQE, in-house commercial experience preferred, and have experience in Ireland and the UK. Proficiency in German is essential.
  • You will draft and review contracts, provide legal advice across various areas, monitor legislative changes, liaise with external firms, manage projects, and conduct training.

Requirements

  • Qualified solicitor or barrister
  • 3-5 years PQE in a legal role (in-house commercial experience preferential)
  • Experience in both jurisdictions, Ireland and the UK
  • German

Responsibilities

  • Support the Head of Legal & Compliance to ensure compliant internal and external corporate governance
  • Draft, review, negotiate, advise on and administer a broad range of standard and non-standard contracts
  • Create sample contracts for various contractual scenarios and business functions
  • Interdepartmental coordination of contract administration incl. recording of contracts on the company’s contract management database
  • Administer, maintain, review and update relevant registrations and records applicable to Lidl under company law
  • Support the Data Protection Officer in advices and projects relating to data protection matters affecting the business
  • Provide timely, sound legal advice to various business units on a range of legal queries including but not limited to competition law, advertising law, commercial property law, trademark law, H&S and employment law, anti-corruption/anti-bribery legislation
  • Monitor legislative changes and relevant case law and update affected business areas on these changes and developments
  • Liaise with external legal advisers and legal firms. Monitor their service quality and costs
  • Advise on Irish and Northern Irish regulatory obligations
  • Organisation and carrying out of training
  • Carry out research
  • Manage the timely delivery of different projects

FAQs

What is the primary role of the In House Legal Advisor at Lidl?

The primary role is to provide legal advice and support across various business units, ensuring compliance with legal standards, managing contracts, and assisting with data protection and company law matters.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A qualified solicitor or barrister with 3-5 years of PQE in a legal role is required, preferably with in-house commercial experience.

Is experience in both Ireland and the UK necessary for this role?

Yes, experience in both jurisdictions, Ireland and the UK, is required for this position.

What language skills are preferred for the In House Legal Advisor role?

Proficiency in German is preferred for this role.

What is the starting salary for this position?

The starting salary is €74,000, rising to €97,000 after four years.

Does Lidl offer additional benefits apart from salary?

Yes, Lidl offers benefits such as a company car (optional), private medical insurance, a company pension, flexible working hours, training and development opportunities, and career progression.

How many days of annual leave does the In House Legal Advisor receive?

The In House Legal Advisor receives 25 days of holidays per annum.

Are there opportunities for remote working in this role?

Yes, there is the option for up to 2 days of remote working per week.

What does Lidl value regarding its workplace environment?

Lidl values diversity and inclusion in the workplace and ensures equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of their background.

What type of training and development opportunities are available?

Initial training and ongoing development are provided from an experienced team member, and high-performing individuals may be invited to join the Leadership Academy for further development.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1973
Founded Year

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