Counsel
Emerson · Warsaw, Mazovia Province, Poland · hybrid
If you are a Counsel professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you in Warsaw, Poland. In this role, you will provide practical, business-focused legal support across a broad range of commercial, corporate, compliance, data protection, cybersecurity, procurement, and regulatory matters. Supporting operations across Poland, the Baltics, and Ukraine, you will partner with business leaders and legal colleagues to negotiate contracts, manage legal risks, support strategic initiatives, and help drive compliance and business growth. This position offers meaningful responsibility, international exposure, and the opportunity to develop as a trusted legal advisor within a global organization.In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:- Provide legal advice and guidance on a broad range of legal matters, including procurement contracts, commercial agreements, corporate law, data protection, compliance, cybersecurity, claims management, and security-related legal topics.
- Draft, review, negotiate, and support the execution of commercial agreements, procurement contracts, non-disclosure agreements, and other legal documents.
- Partner with business stakeholders to identify legal risks and deliver practical, business-oriented solutions.
- Support corporate housekeeping activities and ensure compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
- Assist with compliance programs, checkpoint review processes, sanctions-related matters, and other regulatory initiatives.
- Manage and support claims, disputes, investigations, and litigation matters in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external counsel.
- Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and assess their impact on business operations.
- Contribute to legal process improvements, template development, and implementation of best practices.
- Deliver legal guidance and training to employees to promote awareness of legal and compliance requirements.
- Collaborate with colleagues across functions, geographies, and business units to support strategic projects and business objectives.
- Support post-acquisition integration activities and other corporate initiatives as required.
- Maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders while ensuring legal matters are handled with professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment.
Who You Are:You build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. You apply knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance organizational goals. You make sound and timely decisions, even when faced with ambiguity, by evaluating relevant information and considering potential risks. You consistently deliver results by taking ownership, maintaining high standards of integrity, and adapting effectively to changing priorities and business needs.For This Role, You Will Need:- Qualification to practice law in Poland or eligibility to serve as in-house legal counsel in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Relevant experience providing legal support in a commercial, corporate, or international business environment.
- Experience reviewing, drafting, and negotiating sales contracts, procurement contracts, or other commercial agreements.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both Polish and English, including drafting legal documents and participating in business discussions.
- Knowledge of corporate, commercial, compliance, and regulatory matters relevant to a multinational organization.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and stakeholders.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build credibility and collaborate across functions and cultures.
- Proficiency with standard business software and legal documentation tools.
- A proactive, adaptable, and business-oriented approach to legal support.
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:- Approximately 2 to 5 years of relevant legal experience in a multinational company, manufacturing environment, goods or services sector, or an international law firm.
- Experience supporting cross-border business operations or working within a matrix organization.
- Exposure to data protection, cybersecurity, sanctions compliance, claims management, or security-related legal matters.
- Experience supporting legal matters across multiple jurisdictions.
- Familiarity with corporate governance and corporate housekeeping requirements.
- Experience delivering legal training and compliance awareness initiatives.
- Ukrainian language skills.
- Demonstrated ability to balance legal risk with practical business objectives.
Our Culture and Commitment To You:At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.At Emerson, our values of innovation, integrity, collaboration, and inclusion guide everything we do. We welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone can contribute, develop their skills, and achieve their full potential. If your experience does not perfectly match every qualification listed, we still encourage you to apply if you believe your skills and capabilities will help you succeed in this role.