Overview
(Junior) Legal Counsel Jobs in Harderwijk, Gelderland, Netherlands at AWL
Title: (Junior) Legal Counsel
Company: AWL
Location: Harderwijk, Gelderland, Netherlands
What do we expect?
- A completed Master’s degree in Law (LL.M.).
- 2 to 3 years of relevant experience, for example in commercial legal practice, an in-house legal environment, or through internships and working student positions within a legal setting.
- Excellent command of both Dutch and English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- You are confident and communicative, with the ability to translate legal matters into practical solutions for the business.
- You are eager to learn, take initiative, and enjoy collaborating with colleagues from a variety of disciplines.
What Do We Offer
- A varied legal role within an international high-tech organisation, offering plenty of opportunities for growth and development.
- The opportunity to further develop your legal expertise while working closely with experienced colleagues both within and outside the organisation.
- A gross monthly salary between €4.800 and €6.900 based on a 40-hour working week, depending on your knowledge and experience.
- Excellent employment benefits, including 27 days of annual leave, 13 ADV days (reduction of working hours days), and extensive learning and development opportunities through the AWL Academy.
- An informal and ambitious working environment where you’ll collaborate with colleagues from a variety of disciplines while enjoying the benefits of a family-owned business.
At AWL, you will work on more than just standard legal matters. You’ll be involved in international projects, commercial contracts, and legal issues that have a direct impact on our business. Along the way, you’ll have the opportunity to take ownership, gain valuable hands-on experience, and further develop yourself as an in-house legal professional.
As a Junior Legal Counsel, you will be part of an international organisation operating worldwide across industries such as automotive, metal processing, and logistics. Working closely with colleagues from various disciplines, you will help the organisation manage legal risks and support responsible business practices.
No two days are the same. One day, you may be reviewing an NDA or supplier agreement; the next, you’ll be researching a legal issue, supporting a compliance matter, or helping to draft a commercial contract. You will work closely with colleagues across the business and have the opportunity to grow your expertise in a dynamic, technical, and international environment. You’ll also play a role in exploring how AI and legal technology can help make legal processes smarter and more efficient.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct initial reviews of commercial contracts, NDAs, and general terms and conditions using established guidelines and templates.
- Draft contract templates, agreements, and other legal documents to support the business.
- Perform standardised legal checks and identify points requiring further review.
- Support corporate housekeeping activities and monitor legal deadlines.
- Research legal questions and gather relevant information for colleagues and management.
- Contribute to compliance initiatives, legal procedures, and the overall legal awareness within the organisation.
- Support projects related to AI and legal technology, helping to identify opportunities to improve legal processes through innovation and automation.
