Head of Legal CU MEA North

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About the Role: The MMEA legal team is one of five market units within Ericsson Group Function Legal Affairs and Compliance. The primary objective of the MMEA legal team is to provide legal support to the MMEA region in accordance with GFLAs mission. This is an exciting moment for our region, and we need a leader who can drive intelligent value creation by acting as "Glue" across the Group, championing transparency and constructive challenge, and protecting company value and reputation. As the Head of Legal CU MEA North, youll be responsible for all legal matters within your assigned Territory. Youll also responsible for Corporate Affairs Practice Group. You will report to the Regional General Counsel- head of legal MMEA and lead a team of 2 attorneys. This is a unique chance to shape the future of our legal function and contribute to Ericssons growth and success.

What Youll Do:

• Champion Business Success: Be a trusted advisor to the business, providing strategic and tactical solutions that drive things forward and close deals. Youll understand the complexities of our business but always strive for simplicity in your approach.
• Lead with Integrity: Act with integrity and do the right thing, always. Youll be a role model for the business, demonstrating sound judgment and a commitment to protecting company value and reputation.
• Embrace Collaboration: Think vertically and horizontally, fostering cohesion and driving progress across the MMEA region and within GFLA globally. Youll build strong relationships and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Drive Innovation: Identify and mitigate legal and business risks, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Youll proactively seek opportunities to improve processes and enhance legal efficiency.
• Develop and Lead: Manage and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth. Youll champion diversity and perspective, bringing together a global, collaborative team with diverse experiences.
• Customer-Facing: Join Ericssons team and play a crucial role in managing customer relationships, negotiating, and closing deals across the assigned territory.

What Youll Bring:

• Top-Tier Legal Acumen: Youre a seasoned legal professional with at least 10 years of experience in a corporate in-house setting or at a leading law firm. Experience in the tech/telecommunications industry is a plus.
• Strategic Mindset: You possess strong business acumen and a strategic mindset. You can think critically, analyze complex situations, and provide sound legal advice that supports business objectives.
• Exceptional Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Youre an excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills. You can build trust and rapport with stakeholders at all levels, and youre adept at navigating challenging conversations.
• A Growth Mindset: Youre a passionate and driven individual with a desire to learn and grow. You embrace change and are eager to contribute to the evolution of Ericssons legal function.
• A Commitment to Excellence: Youre results-oriented and strive for excellence in everything you do. You have a strong work ethic and a dedication to delivering high-quality legal services.

A whole new world of opportunities is waiting across our MMEA - visit the link to learn more about the Market area

https://internal.ericsson.com/book/85964/mmea-all-you-need-know?unit=31501901&location_tid=351

Please note that all applications have to go through Successfactor/Eightfold and applications outside Successfactor/Eightfold would not be considered. The closing date for applications is February 8, 2025.

You can reach out to the Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist - Sema Yucel or Hiring Manager - Filippo Cossalter, Head of MMEA Legal Affairs, in case you need any clarification.

What happens once you apply?

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We encourage you to consider applying to jobs where you might not meet all the criteria. We recognize that we all have transferrable skills, and we can support you with the skills that you need to develop.

Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, thats why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more.

Primary country and city: Türkiye (TR) || Istanbul

Job details: Legal Counsel

Job Stage: Job Stage 9

Primary Recruiter: sema yücel

Hiring Manager: Filippo Cossalter