Legal Operation Officer (F/M/X)
Portugal - Lisbon, PT Brazil - Curitiba, BR
Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.
About the role
Our Legal Projects, Operations and Centers of Excellence team is integrated in the General Counsel (GC) department and focuses on developing strategic solutions and improving processes in collaboration with diverse stakeholders within and outside the GC Function.
As a Legal Operation Officer, you will work on standardizing legal workflows, managing group projects and driving digitalization to support the efficiency of the GC Function. You will get the opportunity to contribute to innovation and agile transformations and have a positive impact on the creation of solutions that enhance everyday life. You will be accountable for:
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Assisting in developing strategic solutions and improving processes for the GC Function.
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Standardizing, organizing, and optimizing legal workflows (contract management, litigation, etc.).
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Creating cost and time efficiencies across different legal areas.
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Supporting the project management of Group Projects.
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Tracking, analyzing, and reporting on KPIs to align initiatives with legal objectives.
We offer a permanent contract based on a hybrid working mode.
About you
Master degree or equivalent in Law, Business, or Technology. Relevant work experience in legal operations (minimum 5+ years) or optimizing in-house legal workflows.
Competencies:
- Mastery of digital technologies combined with the ability to monitor and report performance indicators (KPIs).
- Effective management of complex projects, including budget and cost control.
- Excellent communication skills, with proficiency in the English language.
Behaviors:
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Agility and ability to challenge the status quo.
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Strong business acumen and accountability.
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Ability to lead, influence, and guide teams through change management.
About the pay
Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. The base pay expected for this role is:
- R$ 120.000 - R$ 150.000 per year in Brasil
- € 32.480 - € 40.600 per year in Portugal
Your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
Benefits:
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Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
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Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
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Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses.
About us
Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes.
We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
