Junior Legal Counsel

Description

GEA is one of the world’s largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors. Our portfolio includes machinery and plants as well as advanced process technology, components and comprehensive services. Used across diverse industries, they enhance the sustainability and efficiency of production processes globally.

About GEA

• GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.

• Why join GEA

• GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

Your profile and qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with 4–6 years of relevant experience.

• Background in a top-tier law firm and/or multinational company.

• Strong experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.

• Proven ability to provide clear, concise, and business-oriented legal advice.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across functions.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.

• High level of professional integrity and sound judgment.

• Fluent in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) – this is a mandatory requirement.

• Experience in engineering, industrial, or infrastructure sectors.

• Exposure to compliance and/or data protection matters.

• Prior in-house experience.

• A hands-on, pragmatic, and commercially driven lawyer.

• Someone capable of working with a high degree of autonomy, while knowing when to escalate.

• A professional willing to go the extra mile and contribute to continuous improvement.

Your responsibilities and tasks

• Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of commercial agreements (sales, supply, services, and project-related contracts) across multiple jurisdictions.

• Act as a business partner to sales, project management, and supply chain teams, providing practical, solution-oriented legal advice.

• Support the execution of complex engineering and industrial projects, identifying legal risks and proposing mitigation strategies.

• Manage pre-dispute situations and coordinate with external counsel when required.

• Develop and improve contract templates, playbooks, and internal processes to enhance efficiency and consistency.

• Provide support on corporate governance matters, including drafting board and shareholder minutes and maintaining corporate records.

• Deliver legal trainings and promote best practices across the organization.