Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG | Germany | 33xxx Verl | Permanent position | Full time / Home office | Published since: 01.04.2026 on stepstone.de
Legal Counsel IP / IT / Commercial (m/f/d)
Beckhoff Automation is a family-run automation company and pioneer in the field of PC-based control technology. Within the globally operating Beckhoff Automation Group, Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG is the central operating company. In this dynamic environment, we are looking for an experienced Legal Counsel (m/w/d) that drives the operational and strategic development of our legal department for the group of companies in the team. This position requires not only a deep understanding of the complex legal requirements of our international departments, but also the ability to meet them with high efficiency and quality. Their expertise will play an important role in strengthening and securing the legal foundations for our global business. If you are willing to face this exciting and challenging task in a dynamically growing, international environment and to bring your skills comprehensively in the areas of IP, IT and Commercial, we look forward to your complete application including writing, CV and certificates. Become part of our team and shape the future of automation with us! !
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Your tasks • Your profile • What we offer
Processing of internal and external legal enquiries with a focus on IP, IT and Commercial, as well as in other legal areas as required Creation, design and negotiation of contracts with customers and suppliers Development and implementation of global legal structures and international legal frameworks (including process improvement, tool design, protection concepts) settlement of disputes Training and training materials Instruation and coordination of legal advisers worldwide Possibility to be admitted as a syndicate attorney
completed 1st and 2nd legal state exams, at least one of them with the score ''Fullbefriedigend'' very good knowledge of copyright and software licensing law including SaaS and AI, debt, trade and AGB law (delivery contracts, development contracts, NDAs, etc.) and knowledge in the EU's New Legislative Framework for Products excellent skills in the design and negotiation of contracts with customers, coupled with a deep understanding of legal units and business requirements Basic knowledge of US law and interest or experience in Legal Tech are desirable strong technical understanding and willingness to understand customer needs and to ensure their satisfaction through reliable support and targeted measures enthusiasm for cooperation in interdisciplinary teams Ability and willingness to work quickly into new topics and to work independently Communication and negotiation strength, high trustworthiness and a pronounced quality claim very good knowledge of German (C2 level or mother tongue) and very good knowledge of English (at least C1 level in word and writing)
exciting tasks in an international high-tech company with a lot of freedom for innovative ideas and professional development an open and familiar corporate culture with flat hierarchies and a culture of personal “you” a future-proof workplace for an economically sound family-owned company an attractive remuneration, 30 days leave, grants for occupational pensions beyond the statutory requirements, benefits in terms of assets and holidays and Christmas allowances flexible and modern working time models, including sliding time as well as the possibility of compensating for additional work through leisure or paying off with a fair supplement Depending on the task area, the option to work on a mobile basis after a successful incorporation phase and sampling time on individual days
Location
 | Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG | |
| 33415 Verl | ||
| Germany |
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