Summary: The Legal Counsel - Commercial role at Cummins Inc. in London involves providing comprehensive legal support for the electrolyzer business segment globally. The position requires expertise in transactional law, contract negotiation, and project management, while collaborating with internal stakeholders and developing legal strategies aligned with business objectives. The role also includes risk management and potential mentorship of junior legal staff, with some travel required. Candidates should possess strong legal skills and a minimum of five years of relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive legal support for the electrolyzer business segment globally.
• Advise on a wide range of legal responsibilities, focusing on Europe and collaborating with in-house counsel in other regions.
• Negotiate project and EPC contracts with customers.
• Manage projects and legal matters with limited supervision.
• Act as a trusted advisor to mid- to high-level management.
• Assist in developing legal strategies that align with business objectives.
• Identify, mitigate, and manage legal risks.
• Provide support and leadership in legal department projects and mentor junior legal staff.

Key Skills:

• Strong legal and project management skills.
• Critical thinking and business acumen.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Adaptability and integrity in handling legal issues.
• Minimum 2:1 Undergraduate law degree or equivalent.
• Legal Practice Certificate (U.K.) or license to practice in other jurisdictions.
• Significant experience in substantive projects law practice, ideally upwards of 5 years.
• Strong English language skills; German or Spanish language skills are advantageous.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Legal