Provides advice to the relevant business unit(s) on a broad spectrum of legal issues, with some supervision
Acting as liaison between business management and other practice groups within the Emerson Legal Function as well as outside counsel
Performing or supervising audits, self-assessments, and investigations
Reviewing, advising on and negotiating various commercial agreements including corporate supplier agreements, sales contracts and non-disclosure agreements
Research and advise on the applicable regulatory framework and local content requirements to support business expansion in the region
Works harmoniously with Emerson Law Department colleagues and outside counsel on routine legal matters to ensure compliance with Emerson policies and applicable legal and regulatory requirements
Keeps business unit(s) management and Law Department management fully advised of all significant developments concerning all material matters in a timely fashion
Exercises good professional judgment, acts with integrity, and gets results to protect and improvement image and reputation of Emerson and the Law Department
Supports the Legal team in handling inquiries from various parties or regulatory bodies, including in relation to investigations, subpoenas and audits
Staying up to date on legal and regulatory developments relating to Emerson’s compliance program and communicating relevant developments as appropriate to the business
Implementing corporate policies throughout all applicable divisions
Strategic projects in different areas (e.g. implementation of various legislation, applicable new directives and regulations)
Performing due diligence and ensuring compliance with anti-corruption laws
Leads the post-acquisition legal integration process of newly acquired companies with regard to all applicable legal areas
Participates in and proactively contributes to direction of various central initiatives of the Legal team, and with other tasks as assigned.
Requirements
2-4 years of relevant work experience in a commercial and international field (in-house or private practice)
Law Degree from an accredited law school
Comfortable working with senior management
Intermediate MS Office skills
Excellent oral and written English
French and Arabic language skills are required
Willingness to travel
Solution-finding, practical, with a strong eye for business, able to weigh and take reasonable risks
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