Legal & Compliance Advisor | STÆR

STÆR Deutschland GmbH

Essential. Strategic. Relevant.

Contract, Freelance, Full-time, Part-time, Remote, Remote

Canada, Germany, Russia

Posted 4 months ago

Support STAER’s global operations with sound legal judgment, clear documentation, and structured compliance frameworks. This role bridges business strategy and legal governance — ensuring every project, contract, and partnership stands on a solid foundation.

Purpose Statement

Provide legal oversight and compliance advisory across STAER entities and projects, ensuring alignment with corporate policies, contractual obligations, and international regulations.

Guiding Principles

Clarity is stronger than complexity.
Anticipate legal risk before it becomes a dispute.
Align commercial ambition with legal discipline.
Protect the organization’s reputation through transparency.
Build trust with every document you draft.

Primary Duties

Contract Management & Advisory

Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, NDAs, and partnership agreements.
Support project managers and business units with clear contractual guidance.
Develop templates and maintain version control of key legal documents.
Manage correspondence and claims related to contractual performance.

Compliance & Policy Governance

Implement compliance policies and monitor adherence across STAER operations.
Support internal control and audit processes regarding legal obligations.
Monitor regulatory developments in relevant jurisdictions and advise management.
Maintain the corporate legal register and document repository.

Corporate & Regulatory Affairs

Support registration, licensing, and governance activities of STAER entities.
Coordinate with external legal counsel on complex or cross-border matters.
Prepare resolutions, minutes, and filings for corporate compliance.

Risk & Ethics Advisory

Identify and mitigate legal and reputational risks in business decisions.
Conduct due diligence on third parties and partners.
Promote ethical standards consistent with STAER’s governance principles.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience — Must Haves

5+ years in legal, corporate, or compliance advisory roles.
Solid knowledge of contract law, corporate law, and international commercial principles.
Experience drafting and negotiating agreements in English.
Strong attention to detail and analytical reasoning.
Ability to translate legal risks into practical business recommendations.
Consulting or infrastructure experience is an advantage.

Performance Metrics (KPIs)

Timeliness and accuracy of legal review and advice.
Reduction of legal risk incidents or contract disputes.
Compliance rates across internal policies and obligations.
Quality and clarity of documentation.
Stakeholder feedback from project and executive teams.

Qualifications & Certificates

Law degree (LLB, JD, or equivalent).
Master’s or additional qualification in Corporate, Commercial, or International Law preferred.
Legal practice license or bar membership an advantage.
Certification in compliance or governance (ICA, CCEP, etc.) desirable.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus.
Hybrid work model and flexible scheduling.
Access to international legal and governance projects.
Paid vacation, health coverage, and continuous learning support.

Job Features

Job Category

Audit & Risk, Consulting & Strategy, Legal & Governance

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