Senior Legal Counsel

About Huawei

Huawei is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. With integrated solutions across four key domains – telecom networks, IT, smart devices, and cloud services – we are committed to bringing digital to every person, home and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world.

At Huawei, innovation focuses on customer needs. We invest heavily in basic research, concentrating on technological breakthroughs that drive the world forward. With approximately 208,000 employees, we operate in more than 170 countries and regions.

Huawei's end-to-end portfolio of products, solutions and services are both competitive and secure. Through open collaboration with ecosystem partners, we create lasting value for our customers, working to empower people, enrich home life, and inspire innovation in organizations of all shapes and sizes.

Job Title: Senior Legal Counsel

Job Location: Düsseldorf, Germany

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage regional and cross border disputes, litigation, and arbitration matters.

• Coordinate with subsidiaries, external counsel, and authorities to ensure efficient and effective case handling.

• Conduct legal research, draft legal documents, manage evidence, and oversee litigation/arbitration strategies.

• Monitor litigation risks, track case progress, and provide pragmatic, business oriented legal solutions.

• Support crisis management and emergency response matters from a legal standpoint.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with external law firms and legal service providers.

• Provide guidance and support to junior members of the legal team when needed.

Requirements:

Qualifications & Experience:

• Successful completion of the First and Second German State Examinations (Erstes & Zweites Staatsexamen).

• Admission as a Rechtsanwalt/Rechtsanwältin (or equivalent qualification).

• At least 3 years of post qualification experience in litigation or dispute resolution, gained in a law firm or in house environment.

• Experience with cross border disputes and/or arbitration is strongly preferred.

• Proven ability to independently manage complex cases and multiple stakeholders.

Skills:

• Strong analytical skills and sound legal judgment.

• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.

• Business oriented mindset with a practical approach to problem solving.

• Fluency in English and in German required

• Self driven, detail oriented, and able to perform effectively under pressure.

What We Offer: We offer you an exciting professional career in one of the leading and fastest growing multinational telecommunication companies, challenging work and a competitive salary package. Personal development is ensured through many training opportunities across Europe. 

Important: To be considered for this role, applicants must be eligible to work and live in the job location.

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