Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel – AWLLijkt deze vacature u wat? Solliciteer dan snel, want er wordt een groot aantal sollicitaties verwacht. Scroll naar beneden om de volledige functieomschrijving te lezen. As a Legal Counsel at AWL, you are at the heart of a global leader in (robot) system integration across the automotive, metal processing, and logistics sectors. Working in an international, high‑tech environment, you’ll help the company succeed by identifying risks and devising practical solutions. Responsibilities Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and maintaining commercial contracts with clients, suppliers, and chain partners. Advising on international contracts. Ensuring compliance with internal policies and national/international laws, including export control, privacy legislation, and anti‑corruption provisions. Identifying and mitigating legal risks associated with international activities (risk management). Advising the board and management, fostering legal awareness. Protecting the company’s intellectual property rights, especially in international markets. Maintaining and advising on corporate housekeeping. Drafting and updating procedures in line with laws and regulations. Maintaining external contacts with lawyers and legal professionals. Monitoring legal deadlines and providing support across all areas. Providing legal training for colleagues. What we offer A pleasant, varied working environment within a collegial, ambitious international organisation that retains the characteristics of a family business. A versatile role with plenty of flexibility and autonomy. Gross monthly salary between €5,500 and €7,500 for a 40‑hour week (depending on education and experience) plus secondary benefits such as 27 vacation days and 13 ATV days. Extensive opportunities for personal development via AWL Academy (over 50 programmes) and the wellness programme “Boost Your Life.” The chance to actively contribute as a lawyer in negotiation processes and take initiative. What you bring Master’s degree in Law and at least 4 years of work experience, preferably in commercial law or as an in‑house lawyer in an international, complex organisation. Fluency in Dutch and English (written and spoken); knowledge of German and Spanish is a plus. Eagerness to learn, confidence, and the ability to quickly absorb new information. Willingness to travel occasionally for work, including internationally. Availability for at least 32 hours per week at our sustainable headquarters in Harderwijk; partial remote working is possible. xbpjoel For job‑related questions, contact Brand van ’t Hof (Chief Executive Officer) or Jurgen Kappert (interim Senior Legal Counsel) at For questions about the application process, contact Priya Jhorai (Corporate Recruiter) at Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Part‑time Job function Legal Industries Industrial Machinery Manufacturing Machinery Manufacturing Automation Machinery Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at AWL by 2×.