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Legal Counsel (German Speaker), Watford, Hertfordshire
Client: Sphera
Location: Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
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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 company focusing on private equity, technology, and innovation. Blackstone businesses succeed through strong partnerships, personalized approaches, and a commitment to performance and 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.
* Assist in the implementation and management of Legal department tools and processes to streamline practices, including design, rollout, and training for new systems.
* Support contract, compliance, and other legal processes, seeking improvements.
* Assist with contract review, processing, and recordkeeping of sales and other transaction documents.
* Help triage legal and compliance requests, verifying details with stakeholders.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as 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 or management is highly desirable.
* Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
* Experience with legal operations improvements is a plus.
* At least 2 years of experience with contract review or management.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality and be detail-oriented.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and Outlook.
* Responsive, proactive, and able to manage stakeholder expectations.
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