Legal Counsel

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail oriented Legal & Compliance Counsel to join our Oversea Legal & Compliance team. You will play a key role in supporting the safe and compliant operation of the Company's fleet.

As part of the Oversea Legal & Compliance Department, you will work closely with the Overseas Legal & Compliance teams to oversee risk management and compliance initiatives within the Pan European region. Your responsibilities include ensuring that all activities initiated by Dahua Technology headquartered in Hangzhou China or triggered by European legislation are managed effectively, establishing and maintaining robust compliance programs across our European subsidiaries and branches.

Responsibilities

• Risk & Compliance Oversight: Lead and coordinate Dahua's risk and compliance processes, establishing and maintaining effective internal controls to prevent violations and ensure regulatory adherence.
• Compliance Program Support: Assist in implementing compliance programs covering antitrust, data protection (e.g., GDPR), AI regulation, GPSR, product related compliance legislation and other emerging legal areas, ensuring alignment with local and international standards.
• Staff Compliance Training & Awareness: Conduct training sessions and awareness programs to promote a compliance culture and best practices within the organization.
• Regulatory Liaison: Maintain communication with local authorities, regulators, and compliance bodies regarding standards, legal interpretations, and formal correspondence.
• Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide spectrum of commercial agreements, including procurement, sales, leasing, and rental contracts (office, vehicles, etc.).
• Legal Support for Business Operations: Provide day to day legal advice to local subsidiaries, addressing cross departmental inquiries, supporting new business initiatives, and conducting internal legal & compliance training on relevant laws and regulations.
• Legal Research & Advice: Interpret and analyze European laws and regulations, preparing legal memos or advice tailored to business needs.
• Dispute Management: Oversee and advise on legal disputes such as employment issues, commercial contract disputes, product liability claims, etc.
• Additional Duties: Perform any other legal or compliance related tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Law or related field; possession of a degree from an EU member state is a plus.
• Solid knowledge of EU civil, commercial, labor, product compliance, data protection, competition law, environmental regulation, and corporate laws.
• At least 2-3 years of legal & compliance experience, ideally within an in house multinational or a prestige law firm.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess legal risks effectively.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English, both written and spoken.
• High integrity, collaboration oriented mindset.
• Chinese educational background or proficiency in Chinese language is a plus.

What We Offer

• A dynamic, international working environment.
• Opportunities for cross border professional growth and collaboration.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Exposure to cutting edge compliance issues and international legal practice.

Seniority level

Mid Senior level

Employment type

Full time

Job function

Legal

Location

Zoetermeer, South Holland, Netherlands