[Hiring] Legal Counsel @Elesta

Role Description

We are looking for a motivated Legal Counsel to join our growing Global Legal Team. Working alongside ambitious experts in legal and financial fields, you will be involved in a wide range of matters. You will report directly to the Head of Legal. This is a fully remote job, and we collaborate in Central European time zone (CET) or UK hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex, cross-border legal projects across LATAM, Europe, South Africa, and the Middle East, coordinating with external counsels and advisors to ensure efficient and cost-effective delivery.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts and agreements across multiple jurisdictions.
• Assess legal risks and develop mitigation strategies in close collaboration with senior management.
• Monitor and ensure regulatory compliance across all operating markets.
• Manage disputes and conflict resolution processes, advising internal stakeholders on exposure and strategy.
• Work alongside specialists in legal and finance to support the business across a wide range of matters.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in legal, ideally in international law firms/consulting.
• M&A and/or dispute resolution experience will be an advantage.
• Education: Bachelor degree in law; Master degree in law from a foreign university (LLM) (including pending) - students during their LLM studies could also be a good fit.
• Full professional proficiency in English.

Benefits

• Fully remote work, giving you the freedom to work from anywhere while being part of a world-class, high-performance team.
• Medical insurance coverage to support your well-being and peace of mind.
• Fully sponsored international team-building once per year in stunning destinations around the world.