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Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel

Wide and Wiseİstanbul, İstanbul, TR
16 days ago
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Job description

Wide and Wise is a top recruitment agency with offices in Istanbul, Milan, and Dubai, connecting exceptional talent with leading companies across EMEA, MENA, and the US.

We are looking for a highly experienced Legal Counsel to join our partner’s leadership team. This role will be responsible for overseeing a wide range of legal matters including commercial contracts, real estate, employment law, corporate governance, and dispute resolution. The position requires strong business acumen, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to provide strategic legal guidance to senior management.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial & Contract Law

  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts including leases, vendor agreements, partnerships, and service contracts
  • Manage legal aspects of business development, procurement, and strategic partnerships
  • Provide clear, business-oriented legal advice to senior management

Real Estate & Property Law

  • Lead negotiations with landlords and property owners for new locations, renewals, and lease amendments
  • Mitigate risks in real estate contracts and ensure compliance with local regulations
  • Advise on construction, facility management, and expansion-related legal matters
  • Employment & Labor Law

  • Oversee compliance with employment laws including contracts, policies, and dispute resolution
  • Provide legal guidance on disciplinary actions, terminations, and labor law obligations
  • Partner with People & Culture teams to align HR policies with Turkish labor legislation
  • Corporate Governance & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations across all operations
  • Support the board and executive team with governance matters
  • Liaise with external counsel and government authorities when required
  • Risk Management & Dispute Resolution

  • Anticipate potential legal risks and design mitigation strategies
  • Manage litigation, arbitration, and negotiations with external law firms
  • Represent our partner in sensitive negotiations and dispute settlements
  • Requirements

  • Law degree from a reputable university; Master’s degree or LL.M. is a plus
  • 7–10 years of legal experience, ideally in both law firm and corporate / startup environments
  • Expertise in Commercial, Employment / Labor, and Real Estate Law
  • Proven track record in negotiating with landlords, contractors, and commercial partners
  • Strong experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex contracts
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to collaborate with C-level executives
  • Strong problem-solving and risk management capabilities
  • Fluency in Turkish and English, both written and spoken
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