Legal Counsel Sweden

The opportunity

You as a experienced Legal Counsel will be part of Hitachi Energy business based in Västerås, Sweden. You will provide professional support and advice on a broad range of Legal and Integrity matters for Hitachi Energy’s Business Units and Functions in an international environment. 

How you’ll make an impact

• Working as a trusted business partner;
• Identifying legal issues of concern to the business and proactively developing effective legal strategies, mitigation actions and practical solutions in support of business activities;
• Contributing to the preparation of tender submissions by in particular review of tender documents, identification of risks, drafting of deviations and participation in risk reviews relating to the respective projects; 
• Meeting with customers, partners and suppliers, negotiating contract terms in collaboration with relevant business stakeholders;
• Being involved in the development of different business models; 
• Collaboration with local and global Legal & Integrity colleagues as well as being part of interdisciplinary teams;
• Promoting dispute avoidance and managing disputes and litigations with internal and external stakeholders, including liaising, where necessary, with external law firms and experts;
• Ensuring compliance with the applicable laws and regulations as well as internal processes, regulations and guidelines in various fields;
• Contributing to the development of guidelines and directives and assisting with their implementation; 
• Supporting the implementation of the Code of Ethic and Business Conduct and assisting the resolution of Integrity-related issues and other actions; and
• Training of Company employees in all Legal & Integrity matters.

Your background

• University Law Degree from Swedish university;
• 5+ years of experience as a lawyer relating to complex international corporate and commercial transactions as well as claims and litigations;
• Knowledge of governmental and commercial regulations and practices, working knowledge of FIDIC and similar contracts;
• Proven communication, drafting of contracts and negotiation skills; strong interpersonal skills including team spirit; 
• Committed, business-minded and solution oriented; strong decision-making capability as well as ability to influence at all levels;
• Ability to travel;
• Proficiency in Swedish and English.

What we offer

• Collective agreement.
• Flexible working time.
• Health care and wellness allowance.
• Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally.
• Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase.
• Various trainings and education supporting employee development.​
• Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden.
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave.
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks.

Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis so don’t delay – apply today!

Recruiting Manager Stefan Bäckström, stefan.backstrom@hitachienergy.com will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Nawzad Rashid, +46 107-38 91 48; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42 or Ingrid Rinaldo, +46 107-38 58 19. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Pär Lyckbring, par.lyckbring@hitachienergy.com