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TK Elevator

<div><div>What we expect<div>
Provide legal advice to the entire TKE T&uuml;rkiye organization, including (but not limited to) the sales, service and procurement departments, in various areas of law such as Commercial Law, Contract Law, Employment Law, International Law, Enforcement &amp; Bankruptcy Law and Corporate Law.
Deliver legal support in public tenders, including preparation, review and submission of contractual appeals within the public procurement framework.
Draft, review, amend and negotiate complex commercial and sector-related agreements, including service, work, product sales, subcontractor and turnkey contracts.
Conduct legal research on matters referred by business departments, provide legal opinions, and share findings to mitigate potential legal or commercial risks.
Provide legal guidance in corporate governance matters and reduce business exposure by supporting risk assessments related to commercial and legal decisions.
Prepare, review and develop internal corporate legal documentation (&ldquo;legal housekeeping&rdquo;).
Manage litigation processes and support debt collection matters when necessary.
Coordinate with external law firms, including selection, supervision and performance monitoring.
Prepare periodic legal reports on litigation risks, legal expenditures and relevant corporate changes.
Plan and deliver legal trainings to non-lawyer employees across the organization.
Support and advise the General Assembly and the Board of Directors on legal matters.</div></div><div> 
Who we are looking for<div>
Academic background
University degree in law (compulsory)
Master&rsquo;s degree and/or related postgraduate studies (desirable)
Professional experience
Minimum 3 years experience in a law firm or as a corporate lawyer
Proven (basic) knowledge in as many of the above-mentioned areas of responsibility as possible
English Level Upper-Intermediate (minimum)</div></div></div>

Legal Counsel

<div>
 
 What We Expect
 
 
 
 Provide legal advice to the entire TKE T&uuml;rkiye organization, including (but not limited to) the sales, service and procurement departments, in various areas of law such as Commercial Law, Contract Law, Employment Law, International Law, Enforcement &amp; Bankruptcy Law and Corporate Law.
 
 
 Deliver legal support in public tenders, including preparation, review and submission of contractual appeals within the public procurement framework.
 
 
 Draft, review, amend and negotiate complex commercial and sector-related agreements, including service, work, product sales, subcontractor and turnkey contracts.
 
 
 Conduct legal research on matters referred by business departments, provide legal opinions, and share findings to mitigate potential legal or commercial risks.
 
 
 Provide legal guidance in corporate governance matters and reduce business exposure by supporting risk assessments related to commercial and legal decisions.
 
 
 Prepare, review and develop internal corporate legal documentation (&ldquo;legal housekeeping&rdquo;).
 
 
 Manage litigation processes and support debt collection matters when necessary.
 
 
 Coordinate with external law firms, including selection, supervision and performance monitoring.
 
 
 Prepare periodic legal reports on litigation risks, legal expenditures and relevant corporate changes.
 
 
 Plan and deliver legal trainings to non-lawyer employees across the organization.
 
 
 Support and advise the General Assembly and the Board of Directors on legal matters.
 
 
 
 Who We Are Looking For
 
 
 
 
 Academic background
 
 
 
 University degree in law (compulsory)
 
 
 Master&rsquo;s degree and/or related postgraduate studies (desirable)
 
 
 
 Professional Experience
 
 
 
 Minimum 3 years experience in a law firm or as a corporate lawyer
 
 
 Proven (basic) knowledge in as many of the above-mentioned areas of responsibility as possible
 
 
 English Level Upper-Intermediate (minimum)
 
 
 What We Offer Who We Are
 
 
 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗧𝗞 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 &ndash; 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗨𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗻 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴
 
 
 Engineering pioneer. Global industry leader. TK Elevator draws on a legacy of firsts &ndash; from a groundbreaking vertical conveyor in 1890 &ndash; to evolve modern mobility.
 
 
 TKE blends safety, reliability, and innovation to create cutting-edge solutions that redefine how we move. Our dedicated teams engineer, manufacture, install, modernize, and service elevators, escalators, walkways, passenger boarding bridges, and residential lifts.
 
 
 
 Contact
 
 
 
 
 HR Specialist
 
 
 
 Batuhan Tokan
 
 
 batuhan.tokan@tkelevator.com
</div>

MediaMarkt Turkey

<div>
 
 
 Qualifications:
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Graduated from the Faculty of Law of a university in Turkey, preferably located in Istanbul,
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum of 5 years of professional experience,
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent command of English &ndash; both written and spoken, with strong ability to use it effectively in a business context,
 </li>
 <li>
 Preferably experienced as an in-house counsel in a corporate company within a similar industry or in a reputable law firm,
 </li>
 <li>
 Preferably experienced in e-commerce law, personal data protection law, consumer law, and advertising law.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Description:
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Drafting and revising contracts,
 </li>
 <li>
 Preparing and updating all types of template agreements and documents for internal company use,
 </li>
 <li>
 Managing, following up, and finalizing all legal, administrative, and criminal cases or investigations initiated by or against the company,
 </li>
 <li>
 Initiating, managing, and concluding enforcement proceedings, as well as following up on seizure procedures,
 </li>
 <li>
 Providing legal and procedural awareness within the company through internal trainings,
 </li>
 <li>
 Preparing and/or revising internal company regulations, documents, and templates,
 </li>
 <li>
 Preparing, registering, and publishing articles of association, shareholders&rsquo; and board of directors&rsquo; resolutions; issuing powers of attorney and signature circulars,
 </li>
 <li>
 Providing legal consultancy on matters required by the company and coordinating with external law firms when necessary,
 </li>
 <li>
 Offering legal guidance and consultancy to company departments, particularly on e-commerce law, personal data protection, consumer law, and advertising law,
 </li>
 <li>
 Reporting directly to the Legal Director.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 In our journey which is driven with our goal of becoming the first choice as the trusted retailer for tailored solutions in a tech-driven world, we are growing rapidly with more than 100 stores today in Turkey. With the strength of MediaMarktSaturn Retail Group as the number one consumer electronics retailer in Europe, we bring technology together with our customers and make their lives easier with the services we offer. If you are a person who likes to think, speak with data and take action, it is time to join us!
 
 
 
 
 
 Sustainable growth is possible with equal opportunities and different perspectives. As MediaMarkt Turkey, we take care to avoid any discrimination such as race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability status. We think that all candidates who apply to us should have transparent, fair and equal rights. By trying to be a role model in our sector, we believe in the power of diversity and inclusion which help us to grow together.
 
 
 
 
 
 By applying to this job posting, you acknowledge that the individuals provided as references may be contacted for reference checks and their contact information has been shared with their knowledge and consent. You also consent to the retention of the information you provided to the Company during your job application for up to 1 year, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for similar positions that may arise in the future, after which it will be disposed of. If you are unable to fulfill the reference commitment or if you do not wish your resume to be retained, you may inform us.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 For detailed information regarding protection of your personal data you may access the following link:
 
 
 
 
 Ki&scedil;isel verilerinizin i&scedil;lenmesine dair ayr&inodot;nt&inodot;l&inodot; bilgi i&ccedil;in a&scedil;a&gbreve;&inodot;da link i&ccedil;erisinde yer alan ayd&inodot;nlatma bildirimimizi inceleyebilirsiniz;
 
 
 
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Gizli

<div>
 
 
 Lawyer &ndash; Mining Sector
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are seeking a talented
 
 Lawyer
 
 to join our legal team and support our mining operations. The successful candidate will contribute to regulatory compliance, contract management, corporate governance, and litigation-related activities. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated legal professional looking to advance their career within a dynamic and collaborative environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Provide legal support on matters related to mining operations, including permitting, licensing, environmental requirements, and regulatory compliance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Draft, review, and support the negotiation of various commercial agreements, including
 
 joint venture agreements
 
 and
 
 supply contracts
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in litigation and dispute resolution processes while coordinating with external counsel when necessary.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor changes in relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends, and advise internal stakeholders on potential risks and implications.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, and senior management to ensure operational compliance and support risk mitigation strategies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Contribute to the development and improvement of corporate policies, procedures, and internal compliance frameworks.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LL.B) from a reputable Turkish university.
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum
 
 3 years of professional legal experience
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in drafting and reviewing commercial contracts; litigation exposure is an advantage.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with sound legal judgment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to work efficiently with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and work independently when required.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong commitment to professional ethics, confidentiality, and integrity.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Lawyer

S&P Global

About the Role: 
Grade Level (for internal use): 10
 
The Team: You will work in a high-energy, client-facing, multi - cultural, multi-lingual environment and will have the opportunity to apply and develop negotiation and drafting skills, work in a collaborative environment and be part of a team that provides crucial support to the organisation across multiple countries and legal systems . Th is position reports to Head of S&P Global Energy Legal – EMEA.
 
Responsibilities and Impact: 
You will be responding to internal client inquiries, providing valuable support in the handling of legal matters and in all aspects of the contract process, reviewing contracts, training the commercial organisation on legal and contracting procedures, negotiating and drafting contracts for financial information and analytical products and services and assisting with special projects outside of routine client facing contracting as needed.
 
Strategic, emotionally intelligent thinker with an ability of instilling trust and confidence in cross-functional and cross-divisional team members and stakeholders
 
Primary responsibility for legal negotiation and advice on complex commercial agreements and related matters impacting products and services.
 
D raft , negotiate and assess data rights for a variety of agreements, including but not limited to, complex distribution, channel partner and strategic agreements, customer agreements for products and services , services, data and technology vendor agreements, and marketing agreements
 
Ensure that the Company’s intellectual property and general practices are protected, and liability and risk exposure are mitigated
 
Identification, enforcement and training on appropriate policies and procedures, including areas concerning competition law, privacy and other regulatory matters
 
Who We’re Looking For:Qualifications/Experience: 
Candidates must be Turkish citizens or individual who are exempt from work permit requirements in Turkey . C andidates must possess the necessary work authorization to be eligible for employment without the need for sponsorship or assistance.
 
Fluency in English is essential . The candidate must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills in English to effectively engage with clients and stakeholders.
 
Fluency in Russian is highly desirable, but not essential for this position
 
Law degree and 5+ years of experience in-house or at a law firm working with in-house clients . In-house experience is a plus.
 
Ability to work independently while being a team player who brings a positive attitude to the workplace and works collaboratively across functions and departments.
 
Requires a practical, business-oriented approach to problem-solving and effectively counsel internal clients by providing them with clear, concise and pragmatic advice and creative solutions where necessary to meet their business needs.
 
Strong working knowledge of contract, intellectual property law and an understanding of the international laws of the jurisdictions. This includes protection of copyright and other proprietary rights, data privacy, warranties, indemnification, disclaimer of liability and information reuse provisions
 
About S&P Global Energy
 At S&P Global Energy, our comprehensive view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make superior decisions and create long-term, sustainable value. Our four core capabilities are: Platts for news and pricing; CERA for research and advisory; Horizons for energy expansion and sustainability solutions; and Events for industry collaboration.
 
S&P Global Energy is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global enables businesses, governments, and individuals with trusted data, expertise, and technology to make decisions with conviction. We are Advancing Essential Intelligence through world-leading benchmarks, data, and insights that customers need in order to plan confidently, act decisively, and thrive economically in a rapidly changing global landscape. Learn more at www.spglobal.com/energy .
 
What’s In It For You?
 
Our Mission: 
Advancing Essential Intelligence.
 
Our People: 
We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
 
Our Values: 
Integrity, Discovery, Partnership
 
Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
 
Benefits: 
We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
 
Our benefits include: 
Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
 
Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
 
Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
 
Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
 
Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
 
Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.
 For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries
 
Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global: 
At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.
 
Recruitment Fraud Alert: 
If you receive an email from a spglobalind.com domain or any other regionally based domains, it is a scam and should be reported to reportfraud@spglobal.com . S&P Global never requires any candidate to pay money for job applications, interviews, offer letters, “pre-employment training” or for equipment/delivery of equipment. Stay informed and protect yourself from recruitment fraud by reviewing our guidelines, fraudulent domains, and how to report suspicious activity here .
 
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Equal Opportunity Employer
 S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
 
If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.
 
US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision - https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf
 
----------------------------------------------------------- 202 - Middle Professional (EEO Job Group) (inactive), 20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), LGLLGL202.1 - Middle Professional Tier I (EEO Job Group)
 
Job ID: 323377
 Posted On: 2025-12-09
 Location: Istanbul, Turkey

Sandoz

<div>Major accountabilities:
<ul><li>Act as a business partner in all activities relating to the contractual negotiations and company&rsquo;s statutory obligations by substantiating recommendations and providing legal advice and assistance to the legal manager/Head Legal.
</li><li>Draft basic transactions and contracts independently.
</li><li>Manage disputes and litigation and/or investigations.
</li><li>Partner and liaise with external local counsels.
</li><li>Manage relationships and monitors the work of outside counsel and legal experts.
</li><li>Manage and support activities regarding compliance issues.
</li><li>Participate in the development, recommendation and implementation of legal policies, procedures and guidelines.
</li><li>Operational support on compliance systems and establishing up to date compliance processes.
</li><li>Co-ordinate and support all compliance tasks in country. Provide comprehensive, contextual advice to influence actions regarding local business activities to ensure adherence to policies and guidelines in a collaborative and business partnering approach
</li><li>Support in developing, refining, and adapting standards related to compliance to meet evolving requirements; promote consistently high ethical standards and operational excellence
</li><li>Develop and implement compliance training plan and awareness program
</li><li>Identify and communicate deviations and risks to the business, develop appropriate remediation plans ensuring adequate implementation.
</li><li>Create thorough analytic reviews and management reports. Analyze the quality of the data and processes in place and liaise with the L&amp;C Head to ensure the performance of
</li></ul><ul><li>timely, sound and fact-based risk assessments, self-assessments and related monitoring 
 
</li></ul>Minimum Requirements: 
 
Work Experience:
<ul><li>Law degree
</li><li>Min. 3 years of relevant experience in a corporate environment
</li><li>Industry/ Business Exposure
</li><li>Operations Management and Execution.
</li></ul>Skills :
<ul><li>Accountability
</li><li>Curiosity.
</li><li>Proactivity
</li><li>Business Partners.
</li><li>Contract Management.
</li><li>Law (Legal System).
</li><li>Litigation (Law).
</li><li>Microsoft Office.
 </li></ul>Languages :
<ul><li>Fluent in English</li></ul></div>

Legal and Compliance Counsel

Atos

<div>
 
 About Atos
 
 
 
 Atos is a global leader in digital transformation with c. 78,000 employees and annual revenue of c. &euro; 10 billion. European number one in cybersecurity, cloud and high-performance computing, the Group provides tailored end-to-end solutions for all industries in 68 countries. A pioneer in decarbonization services and products, Atos is committed to a secure and decarbonized digital for its clients. Atos is a SE (Societas Europaea) and listed on Euronext Paris.
 
 
 The purpose of Atos is to help design the future of the information space. Its expertise and services support the development of knowledge, education and research in a multicultural approach and contribute to the development of scientific and technological excellence. Across the world, the Group enables its customers and employees, and members of societies at large to live, work and develop sustainably, in a safe and secure information space.
 
 
 The
 
 Senior
 
 
 Legal
 
 
 Counsel Turkey &amp; Middle East
 
 
 
 will primarily focus on the following areas; however, the scope of responsibilities may evolve depending on the region&rsquo;s business needs and Atos&rsquo; strategic orientation regarding business operations.
 
 
 In this role as Senior Legal Counsel, you will work in a function that engages closely with the business. You will be responsible for providing constructive, professional, and business-focused legal advice and guidance to the business and management. Your responsibilities will include applying commercial, company, and competition laws, as well as IP, public procurement regulations, data protection, compliance, litigation management, and special projects.
 
 
 
 Your role
 
 
 
 Main activities will consist of
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Acting as the sole lawyer for Turkey, handling all legal matters related to operations in the country.
 </li>
 <li>
 Contributing to business delivery by working with senior-level stakeholders through active engagement in legal matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Taking a primary role in structuring, reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a wide variety of complex commercial and procurement-related contracts, with an emphasis on IT, outsourcing agreements, teaming agreements, software licences, etc.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advising on business tender processes, public procurement regulations, and data protection law.
 </li>
 <li>
 Providing general legal advice to the business.
 </li>
 <li>
 Taking a primary role in managing Turkey&rsquo;s corporate governance and assisting the General Counsel with corporate governance matters as necessary.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proactively ensuring that Atos&rsquo; activities comply with applicable laws and that company strategies, policies, and programmes are applied.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assisting in managing third-party claims.
 </li>
 <li>
 Acting as an active team member and independent legal adviser to push projects forward or resolve challenges.
 </li>
 <li>
 Cooperating with the Atos Group Legal and Compliance Department and other specialised teams and central functions within the Atos Group.
 </li>
 <li>
 Supporting the implementation of Group policies and appropriate standards, practices, processes, and internal controls relating to business and legal matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Supporting the development and delivery of focused training (classroom or e-learning).
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 You will report to the General Counsel for Middle East, Turkey &amp; Africa within the Group Legal &amp; Contract Management Team and will be based in Istanbul (Turkey). You will maintain regular contact with Legal Compliance Experts and other lawyers.
 
 
 
 Your profile
 
 
 
 To be successful in this role, you need to personify a rich combination of experience, knowledge, skills, and personal attributes.
 
 
 
 Key Skills And Experience
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Degree in Law and qualification to practise as an in-house lawyer.
 </li>
 <li>
 8+ years of experience in Company Law, Contract Law, and Litigation, preferably within an IT services organisation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in the IT or technology sector, or a comparable industry and/or law firm, or in-house legal function.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven experience working within a global legal community in a major organisation, including communication and training on legal policies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong background in conflict resolution within a multinational and multicultural environment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work independently, manage personal workload effectively, and thrive under pressure.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent team spirit, enthusiasm, motivation, flexibility, commercial acumen, and proactive problem-solving skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Fluency in written and spoken English (working language) and Turkish; similar proficiency in Arabic and/or French would be a significant advantage.
 </li>
 <li>
 International experience within the region would be an asset.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 What We Offer
 
 
 
 GPTW Certified Company
 
 
 
 Competitive Compensations And Benefits
 
 
 
 Flexible benefit program
 
 
 Private health insurance
 
 
 Life insurance
 
 
 Performance Bonus
 
 
 Accolade bonus
 
 
 Referral bonus
 
 
 Transportation allowance
 
 
 Meal allowance
 
 
 Kindergarten allowance
 
 
 Buddy program
 
 
 Flexible working hours at Atos or home office
 
 
 Company SIM card
 
 
 Days of annual leave above the legal minimum
 
 
 Atos University Access &ndash; Professional and personal development through continuous education and certification
 
 
 Wellbeing days
 
 
 Friendly working environment
 
 
 BYOD - Bring your own mobile device campaign
 
 
 Here at Atos, we want all our employees to feel valued, appreciated, and free to be who they are at work. Our employee lifecycle processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our people regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes them unique. Across the globe, we have created a variety of programs to embed our Atos culture of inclusivity and work hard to ensure that all our employees have an equal opportunity to contribute and feel that they are exactly where they belong.
 
 
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