SENIOR LEGAL COUNSEL - COMMERCIAL LAW

Schneider Electric’s purpose is to empower all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability for all. We call this Life is On. Our mission is to be your digital partner for Sustainability and Efficiency.We drive digital transformation by integrating world-leading process and energy technologies, end-point to cloud connecting products, controls, software and services, across the entire lifecycle, enabling integrated company management, for homes, buildings, data centers, infrastructure and industries.We are the most local of global companies. We are advocates of open standards and partnership ecosystems that are passionate about our shared Meaningful Purpose, Inclusive and Empowered values.We are looking for a Senior Legal Counsel Channel to join our Global Legal Team and be responsible for providing legal and compliance support to our Iberia/ Italy operations.As an organization and individuals, we believe that trust is a foundational value and we put it at the heart of how we work at Schneider Electric. We build trusted teams through our leadership expectations, by creating equal opportunities, harnessing the power of all generations, championing well-being and new ways of working.How you will contribute:You will be responsible for delivery of legal, regulatory and compliance services. You will operate as a key business partner to provide strategic support and advice, working on a wide range of commercial and compliance matters with a focus on our Channel (indirect) Business. Your checklist would include:Preparing and reviewing contracts and terms and conditions, supporting negotiationsPreparing templatesProviding claims support and overseeing litigationsHelping to ensure compliance with applicable laws and Group policiesProviding training and facilitating our compliance programsMonitoring and implementing regulatory requirements.Benefits and TravelBenefits include a generous bonus scheme and competitive benefits package. You would be based in our offices in Spain or Italy. You should expect:Regular travel within Iberia and/or Italy.Occasional travel to other locations in Europe as business need is determined.Travel may include some overnight stays.What qualifications will make you successful for this role?We are looking for someone who is comfortable with working in a digital environment, feels strongly about social justice and sustainability. Someone who wants to work in an international company and has a proven track record operating in an inhouse environment. Our future colleague must be able to work proactively and closely with the business stakeholders, to identify and analyse critical business issues, and to apply legal expertise to deliver solutions.You should have excellent legal and communication skills and be:A fully qualified lawyer authorized to practice in Spain and/or Italy with a Master of Laws degree or equivalent and 6 to 8 years' of relevant PQE in commercial law (with a focus on indirect/channel/reseller business), preferably in a Hi-tech, Oil & Energy, Construction or Renewables & Environment sector.Native in Spanish and/or Italian, fluent in English (written and verbal) with great technological skillsConfident with fantastic interpersonal skills, commercially minded, highly organized and able to work effectively in teams.Able to work independently and manage large volumes of work.Let us learn about you! Apply today.You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!