Legal Counsel

We are looking for a Legal Counsel to be appointed at the headquarters of our client, one of Turkey’s leading Industrial Consortiums, located in Istanbul.

Responsibilities:

• Work under the Chief Legal Counsel within the Legal Department.
• Participate in all litigation and mediation processes relevant to the institution's area of operation.
• Ensure the execution of all legal affairs of the institution, particularly in labor law.
• Monitor legislative changes related to the institution’s interests and inform relevant internal departments and subsidiaries accordingly.
• Provide legal opinions at the request of the institution’s subsidiaries.
• Maintain appropriate records, filing, and documentation of the department's work and processes.
• Facilitate communication with all official institutions the organization deals with.
• Engage in direct communication with the institution's subsidiaries, conduct visits as planned by the institution, and support the strengthening of relationships.
• Prepare and submit the institution's opinions on draft legislation related to labor laws for approval.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of a law degree program.
• Preferably holds a master's degree.
• Qualified and authorized to practice law in Turkey.
• Strong knowledge and experience in Labor Law.
• Preferably experienced in working with unions.
• At least 10 years of experience in legal practice.
• Decision-making skills, proactive approach, result-oriented.
• Strong planning, organization, and communication skills.
• Proficient in English and able to use it actively.
• Team player, result, and solution-oriented.
• Experienced in providing legal opinions.
• For male candidates, military service must be completed.