Head of Legal Region Europe

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

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Volvo Construction Equipment 

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At Volvo CE we are driven by the idea that through imagination, hard work and technological innovation we will lead the way towards developing a world that is cleaner, smarter, and more connected. We believe in a sustainable future. And with the global construction industry as our arena, we work together with our customers to turn this belief into reality for people everywhere.

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That is our purpose, and we live and breathe it. Every day.

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Do you want to be a part of building the world we want to live in?

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Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment handling a very broad variety of legal topics, where both good business acumen and your high integrity as a lawyer will be much appreciated and key contributors to our success? Then you might be the person we are looking for.

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We are now recruiting for the position as Head of Legal for Sales Region Europe. The Sales Region Europe team is responsible for construction equipment sales, uptime and parts sales, productivity and retail development throughout the European market.

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As Head of Legal for Sales Region Europe you will be a member of Sales Region Europe Management team, which is an effective and passionate team that is stronger than the sum of its parts, ready to grasp opportunities and work towards demanding goals in a true cross-functional and collaborative approach to achieve customer success.

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You will also be a member of the Volvo CE Legal & Compliance team, comprising highly engaged and skilled lawyers and administrative colleagues providing legal support to all parts of the Volvo CE organization in a truly global environment. We value collaboration, diversity and a creative workplace. We strive to contribute to the Volvo CE success and to realize our purpose in everything we do. You would report to the Head of Legal & Compliance for Volvo CE.

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What are the responsibilities?

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• Manage Sales Region Europe’s legal and compliance risks and protect our legal rights, primarily related to sales-, distribution- and compliance matters; including anti-corruption, antitrust, export control and data privacy.
• Drafting and negotiating contracts for sales and marketing of products and services, customer financing structures, provide legal support in acquisitions & divestments among others.
• Effectively communicate with the Sales Region Europe Management team, and other colleagues as relevant, regarding the Region’s legal risks and rights, including providing relevant legal training. 
• Provide legal support in various strategic projects for Sales Region Europe.
• Support in ensuring implementation of the Volvo Group’s Compliance program, including to provide compliance trainings and provide support as needed in handling of whistleblower investigations relating to Sales Region Europe. 
• Interact closely with all relevant stakeholders, in-and outside of Sales Region Europe, including relevant Volvo Group communities outside of Volvo CE.
• Engage and manage Sales Region Europe’s relationships with outside legal service providers. 

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What do you need to be successful in this role?

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• A university degree in law with at least 10 years’ experience from a law firm or as in-house legal counsel or equivalent experience is required.
• Experience from the legal field of distribution and also from Compliance is of importance
• You need good analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities and excellent ability to apply legal as well as business and financial aspects in providing legal advice. 
• Professionalism, good judgement and high integrity are key competences, which need to be combined with strong strategic thinking and a true business interest and understanding.
• Excellent skills in effectively communicating both verbally and in writing in English, as well as strong ability to build relationships.
• We think that you are a proactive self-starter, comfortable operating both autonomously and as part of a team. 
• We further think that a curious mind-set and a willingness to drive change and continuous improvements are important to succeed in this role.

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We offer you an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the success of Sales Region Europe, including exposure to a wide range of topics, working together with an engaged and collaborative team. We look forward to your application!

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Location

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Preferably Eskilstuna, Sweden, however subject to certain flexibility.

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Start date

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The position is open now and will be contracted as soon as possible.

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Travel Required

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Occasionally.

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For Further Information, Please Contact

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Jonas Bergstrand, Head of Legal & Compliance Volvo CE, phone +46 (0)702 539830

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Tracy Xiang, Head People & Culture Asia & China, phone, phone +46 (0)739 025191

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Last applications date.

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May 14, 2024

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We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

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Who We Are And What We Believe In

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Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

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Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.

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Part of Volvo Group, Volvo Construction Equipment is a global company driven by our purpose to build the world we want to live in. Together we develop and deliver solutions for a cleaner, smarter, and more connected world. By unleashing everyone’s full potential, we build a more sustainable future for all our stakeholders. Come join our team and help us build a better tomorrow.