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 and compliance matters, contract negotiation, and project management, while collaborating with internal stakeholders to align legal strategies 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 and project management skills, along with a minimum of 5 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.
• Experience in reviewing and negotiating commercial project agreements.
• 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 or license to practice in relevant jurisdiction.
• Significant experience in substantive projects law practice.
• 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