About the Role:
- In line with our dynamic expansion strategy, BYD is seeking a highly qualified Senior Counsel to join our team in Turkey. The successful candidate will provide strategic legal guidance and counsel to ensure regulatory compliance and risk management in business operations. Your contributions will be instrumental in shaping our legal landscape and supporting our mission of sustainable innovation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Legal Advisory and Compliance: Provide expert legal advice on a wide range of commercial and regulatory issues, ensuring company practices align with Turkish law and regulations.
- Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and legal standards.
- Risk Assessment: Identify and assess potential legal risks, developing strategies to mitigate these risks in line with company policy.
- Litigation Management: Manage and oversee any litigation or dispute resolution processes, working closely with external counsel where applicable.
- Strategic Legal Input: Collaborate with senior management providing insights that drive business strategy and operational effectiveness.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as a liaison between internal departments and external legal entities, fostering strong relationships to facilitate seamless legal operations.
- Policy Development: Contribute to the development and implementation of internal policies and procedures to enhance legal compliance and business operations efficiency.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a legal counsel, with at least 7-10 years of legal practice, including substantial experience within the Turkish market.
- A law degree from a recognised university, with membership in the Turkish Bar Association.
- Strong understanding of Turkish corporate law, regulations, and practices.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with an ability to manage complex legal issues.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Turkish and English.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment, collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Proactive approach to identifying opportunities for legal and business improvements.
We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package reflective of the role's responsibilities and impact.
- An opportunity to contribute to a leading multinational known for its commitment to sustainable practices and technological innovation.
- A dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
Eligibility: Please ensure you have the legal right to work in Turkey. We embrace diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Join BYD and help us shape a future where sustainable innovation connects humanity with nature through advancements that support a zero-emission world. We value your expertise in fostering a collaborative, innovative, and legally compliant environment.
About BYD:
BYD is a global leader in advanced technological solutions, dedicated to building a zero-emission future. With a richly diverse team and operations spanning automotive, IT, new energy, and rail transit, we employ over 300,000 individuals worldwide. Our purpose is to manifest sustainable methodologies that reconnect humanity with nature, driving transformative change across industries.