Legal Senior Manager

About the role

The Legal Senior Manager will lead the legal function in managing external contractual relationships and providing commercial legal advice to internal stakeholders. Reporting to the Legal Director, this role ensures that contracts and legal practices support business objectives while minimizing risk.

Key responsibilities

• Provide business legal advisory by liaising with internal owners to deliver practical, commercially sound advice.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements across Procurement, Logistics, Communications, Marketing, Digital and other functions.
• Advise on local laws, regulations, tax, real estate, community issues and other legal matters affecting the business.
• Identify, assess and manage legal and contractual risks.
• Maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, external vendors, suppliers and contractual counterparties.
• Coach and mentor junior legal team members, supporting their professional development.
• Identify and implement improvements to legal support and contracting processes.

Required profile

• Experienced legal professional with a strong understanding of commercial contracting and regulatory compliance.
• Proven ability to deliver legal advice that aligns with business goals while protecting company interests.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Leadership experience in guiding junior lawyers and collaborating with cross‑functional teams.

Required skills