Legal Counsel Litigation and Regulatory (f/h)

Overview

Senior Legal Counsel (m/f) – Airbus Helicopters, based in Marignane, France. Join the Legal Department to support the manufacturing and operations of Airbus Helicopters, with a focus on claims, contracting, and dispute resolution.

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Responsibilities

• Handling of claims and litigations from and towards suppliers and customers (with support of the Legal Contracts team).
• Deploy and provide internal training on commercial claims; identify and implement ways to raise awareness and become a partner to internal stakeholders (procurement, sales).
• Draft legal risk assessment notes for internal stakeholders.
• Participate in negotiations with suppliers and customers in case of dispute to achieve resolution.
• Draft settlement agreements and negotiate settlements.
• Coordinate with external counsels and internal stakeholders to support litigation involving Airbus Helicopters, including product liability and criminal cases.
• Conduct discoveries for US litigation (document production and depositions).

Profile / Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience as an in-house or external legal counsel, specialized in contracts or litigation.
• Experience in industry and/or abroad is a plus.
• Fluent in English (written and oral; able to negotiate in English).
• Good communication skills; good team player; analytical skills; legal risk management.

Recruitment process

• Apply online.
• Application analyzed by the recruitment department.
• Security clearance is required; complete the questionnaire that will be sent to you.
• Recruitment interviews: HR interview and technical interview with your future manager.
• Receive the job offer.

This job requires awareness of potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity as the foundation for the company’s success, reputation, and sustainable growth.

Employment Type: Permanent

Experience Level: Professional • Job Family: Legal

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