About this role
Ref 2589662 | Date: 5 Nov 2026We are seeking a Contract & Commercial Legal Counsel for a 3 to 4-month temporary assignment within an international EMEA-oriented business. The successful candidate will support a wide range of commercial and contractual matters across multiple European jurisdictions, working closely with business stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. Commercial Legal Counsel (EMEA) - 3-4 Month Assignment (GVA)Our client is a well-established international company operating across the EMEA region through a combination of direct-to-consumer and business-to-business channels.
The organisation markets and distributes its products through physical retail networks, e-commerce platforms, distributors, wholesalers and various commercial partners. With operations spanning multiple jurisdictions, the legal team provides pragmatic and business-oriented support across a broad range of contractual, commercial and regulatory matters.To support the legal department during a period of increased activity, our client is looking to appoint an experienced Legal Counsel on an interim basis for approximately 3 to 4 months.DescriptionReporting to the Legal Director, you will provide day-to-day legal support on a broad range of commercial and contractual matters across the EMEA region.
- Your responsibilities will include:* Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide variety of commercial agreements.* Advising internal stakeholders on contract-related risks and legal issues.* Supporting commercial, procurement, IT, digital, marketing and operational teams on legal matters.* Reviewing and negotiating distribution, reseller, agency and other channel partner agreements.* Drafting and negotiating service agreements covering areas such as marketing, digital services, consulting, logistics, technology and software.* Reviewing supplier, purchasing and procurement contracts.* Supporting legal matters relating to both B2B and B2C activities.* Advising on consumer law matters in relation to retail and e-commerce activities across Europe.* Ensuring contractual documentation complies with applicable European legal and regulatory requirements.* Coordinating with various internal and external stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions.* Contributing to the management of legal templates and contract processes.
- Profile Law degree from a recognised university.* Qualified lawyer or in-house legal counsel with at least 3 to 5 years of relevant post-qualification experience.* Strong background in commercial contracts and general business law.* Proven experience supporting multi-jurisdictional operations within Europe or the broader EMEA region.* Experience drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements independently.* Exposure to consumer law and retail/e-commerce environments would be highly advantageous.* Experience supporting both B2B and B2C business models is preferred.* Ability to balance legal risks with commercial realities and provide pragmatic business-focused advice.* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.* Fluent French and English are essential.* French at native or near-native level (C2 preferred).* English at professional working proficiency level (minimum C1).* Immediately available or available at short notice.
- Job Offer 3 to 4-month temporary assignment with immediate impact.* Opportunity to join an international organisation operating across numerous EMEA markets.* Broad exposure to commercial, contractual, consumer law and cross-border legal matters.* Dynamic and collaborative legal environment.* High level of interaction with senior business stakeholders.* International working environment.* Possibility of extension depending on business needs.jpid3132a50jm jpit1145jm jpiy26jm