Leagl Counsel

About BYD
Our Purpose is to build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and want to create positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team.
BYD is a leading, high-tech multinational, based in Shenzhen, China. Operates in four core fields of IT, automotive, new energy, and rail transit and employs over 300,000 people worldwide. As a global pioneer in New Energy Solutions BYD is dedicated to building a zero-emission ecosystem.
Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, negotiate and advise on a variety of complex commercial contracts which may include distributor or dealer agreements, supply contracts, procurement agreements, and after-sales service agreements etc.
• Cooperate with the business team to prepare for the public procurement procedures
• Provide legal advice to business managers to ensure that legal issues are identified and resolved and that legal risk is managed appropriately
• Handle legal disputes, including coordination of litigation/arbitration procedures, and collaboration with external lawyers
• Provide support on legal compliance matters
• Summarize potential risks of current business activities and provide training to the business team
• Liaise and cooperate with the legal team in the Italy.
  

Required skills, qualifications and experience:

• Master of Law degree, with knowledge of Italian law
• 8+ years of professional legal experience, experience in private practice and in automotive industry is a strong plus
• Experience in commercial contract matters, corporate law and legal compliance
• Good commercial/transactional negotiation skills, particularly in cross-cultural and multi-jurisdictional transactions
• Able to develop and implement legal strategies and solutions
• Demonstrate excellent analytical skills, precise and able to multi-task effectively
• Proactive, diligent, team player and also be able to work independently
• Excellent command of English and Italian both verbally and in writing, knowledge of Chinese is a plus
  

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience and performance.
• Health insurance (Metasalute) and meal vouchers.
• Company-wide and department teambuilding events.
• The opportunity to contribute to Europe’s transition to zero-emission transportation and the decarbonization of the economy.
  

Our Purpose
We are building a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature and a world of clean air. Join a diverse and dynamic team that strives to make a positive impact on the environment and society.