Corporate Lawyer

About Customs Support Group

_Customs Support Group (CSG) is Europe’s leading independent customs services provider. Founded in 1964, we operate in __14 European countries_ _ with __120+ offices_ _ and a team of __1,700+ customs professionals_ _._

_We help companies move goods across borders smoothly and compliantly, taking the pressure out of customs._

_What we do_ _: We support more than __60,000 clients_ _ and process over __20 million declaration lines each year_ _.

From day‑to‑day customs declarations to compliance, duty optimization and trade advice, we make cross‑border trade easier and more predictable._

_How we work:__ We combine __local customs expertise_ _ with __modern digital tools_ _ to handle large volumes accurately and at speed.

Our technology helps teams work smarter, reduces manual effort, and improves turnaround times. In markets like the UK, this already led to clear productivity gains._

_Why it matter:__ Customs rules are becoming more complex and mistakes are costly. Delays, compliance risks and unclear regulations can slow businesses down.

CSG helps clients stay compliant, reduce risk and keep their supply chains moving._

Why Join Us

_At CSG, you will be part of a growing international organization that is improving how customs work gets done._

_You will:_

• _Work with experienced customs professionals and technology teams_

• _Gain exposure to international trade and complex supply chains_

• _Contribute to services that have a real impact on global commerce_

_This is a chance to build a career in a stable but evolving industry, where expertise and good judgement still matter._

Purpose of the position

_We are looking for a_ _proactive and business‑oriented_ _Legal Counsel to join our in‑house legal team at CSG. This role will support the company’s operations by providing_ _legal advice across a wide range of commercial, regulatory, and corporate matters_ _, while partnering closely with internal stakeholders to enable business growth in a compliant and risk‑aware manner._

Main Responsibilities

· _Provide legal advice and support to internal stakeholders on day‑to‑day business matters_

· _Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a wide range of commercial contracts (e.g. customer agreements, vendor contracts, NDAs, framework agreements)_

· _Support compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including corporate, commercial, and data protection regulations (e.g. GDPR, where applicable)_

· _Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks, proposing practical and business‑oriented solutions_

· _Support corporate governance matters, including internal policies, procedures, and documentation_

· _Cooperate with external legal advisors when required and manage external counsel relationships_

· _Monitor legislative changes relevant to the company’s activities and advise on their impact_

· _Support internal projects, transformations, and cross‑functional initiatives from a legal perspective_

· _Contribute to ongoing improvement of legal processes, templates, and knowledge sharing within CSG_

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What to Expect

· _The work is office based._

· _Fixed- term contract 3-6 months with possibility of extention._

· _The dress code is smart, but business-casual is acceptable in the office._

· _The working environment can be stressful, as much of the work is aimed at meeting tight delivery deadlines, although you will be supported by the team._

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Requirements

· _Law degree required; full legal qualification/admission to practice is an advantage but not mandatory_

· _Minimum 3–5 years of relevant professional experience in a legal, corporate governance, or company secretarial role, preferably in an in-house environment or a reputable law firm_

· _Strong knowledge of commercial, contract, and corporate law, including corporate governance and company secretarial matters_

· _Demonstrated experience supporting board matters, corporate housekeeping, director/shareholder resolutions, powers of attorney, and legal entity governance_

· _Proven experience in contract drafting and review; negotiation experience is an advantage_

· _Ability to balance legal risk with commercial objectives_

· _Strong communication and stakeholder management skills_

· _Fluent English (written and spoken); additional languages are an advantage_

· _High attention to detail, integrity, and ability to work independently in a dynamic environment_