What's the role
Are you an experienced lawyer with a wide range of experience? Curious about stepping into a new role in our Swedish organization? We are now looking for a Legal Business Partner to work in a varied role at heart of the business. This is an exciting opportunity to work in close collaboration to our Northern Europe region providing legal advice and support to Sweden on key topics including commercial and corporate legal matters, employment law and GDPR and data compliance.
Who is Hilti?
Hilti is where innovation is improving productivity, safety and sustainability in the global construction industry, and beyond. Where strong customer relationships are creating solutions that build a better future. Where there is pride and a sense of belonging across our 120 locations, carrying right into our lives and homes. Where people are exploring possibilities, leveraging their potential, owning their personal development and growing lasting careers.
What does the role involve?
In the role of an In-house lawyer you will provide legal advice and support to support the above mentioned markets, with focus on the Swedish market. This role sits at the heart of the business, working in real partnership with key stakeholders advising on: commercial and corporate legal matters including contracts with direct customers, logistics partners; checking and approving marketing information; product liability topics and people topics such as employment and immigration. The role will also support on business ethics and data compliance matters for the region.
You will:
- Engage and act as an interface with the North Europe and Corporate Legal Departments within Hilti
- Select and steer outside counsel as required
- Supervise court, tribunal and mediation proceedings
- Offer legal representation of the interest of the corporation in external boards and organisations, as appropriate
93% of our people say they’re proud to work for Hilti, thanks to the quality of our products and the way we look after our people. We’re proud to be considered as a Great Place to Work.
What do we offer?
We believe that developing people drives great results. We will therefore give you an exceptional introduction with ongoing training and close coaching as well as support from managers and colleagues. We give you great personal responsibility and freedom from day one and have the confidence that you will do what it takes to deliver outstanding results. We offer you fantastic opportunities for a great Hilti career, with possibilities both nationally and internationally.
Flexible working is one of many ways that Hilti seeks to ensure that it offers a work-life balance that works for employees and works for the business. We offer flexible working options to suit different stages in your life and aim to support you to find the right balance between work and home life.
What you need is:
- Fully qualified lawyer with at least 3 years of work experience, preferably in an international law firm or legal department of a multi-national enterprise
- Swedish Bar Examination for Sweden
- Entrepreneurial, target-oriented way of thinking with strong communication skills
- Team player with a self-dependent and solution oriented work-style
- Ability to prioritise and work under pressure
- Distinct expertise in commercial law, construction law, competition law or product liability law
- Relevant experience in a related industry sector
Who should apply?
Success at Hilti is down to teamwork and ability, no matter what your background. Go the extra mile and we'll reward you with unrivalled training, development and opportunities as soon as you're ready for the next challenge.
Please click Apply Now to start the process - if you require any support in making your application please email HR Recruiter Sara Henriksson, sara.henriksson@hilti.com . If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Amanda Baxendale, Amanda.baxendale@hilti.com . We look forward to hearing from you.
There is no closing date for this role but the advert will be removed once sufficient applications are received.
