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Legal Counsel (German Speaker), Stoke-on-Trent
Client: Sphera
Location: Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 1
Posted: 22.08.2025
Expiry Date: 06.10.2025
Job Description:
Sphera is a leading global provider of enterprise software and services that enables companies to manage and optimize their environmental, health, safety, and sustainability. Our mission is to create a safer, more sustainable, and productive world.
Sphera is a portfolio company of Blackstone, a U.S.-based alternative asset investment firm focusing on private equity, technology, and innovation. Blackstones businesses succeed through strong partnerships, a personalized approach, and a commitment to exceptional performance with integrity. Sphera and Blackstone are leaders in the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) space.
What You’ll Do:
* Support and drive strategic and operational initiatives with on-time and on-budget results.
* Support the implementation and management of Legal department tools and processes to streamline practices, including design, rollout, and training for new systems.
* Assist with legal and compliance processes, working to improve these procedures.
* Support contract processes, including review of sales and transaction documents for processing and recordkeeping.
* Assist with legal and compliance requests, verifying and confirming information with stakeholders.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Sales, Finance, and Marketing.
What You’ll Need:
* Juris Doctorate or equivalent law degree. Licensed to practice law in applicable jurisdiction.
* Experience with legal tech implementation, management, or use is highly desirable.
* Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
* Experience with legal operations improvements is desirable. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are necessary.
* At least 2 years of experience with contract review/management, including understanding contract terms.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
* Detail-oriented and data-driven approach.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and Outlook.
* Responsive and capable of managing stakeholder expectations.
* Proactive project management skills with minimal supervision.
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