Your tasks
As Global Lead Governmental Affairs, Legislation & Litigation you will be contributing to the development and execution of Continental's customs strategies, dealing with various customs and foreign trade related topics, which have a global impact on Continental.
In your role as Global Lead Governmental Affairs, Legislation & Litigation, you will be the expert in legal matters within customs & foreign trade context.
You will therefore
Manage various legal Customs and Foreign Trade related topics independently or together with our Regional Expert Teams
Orchestrate & steer the governmental relation efforts of Continental in terms of Customs and Foreign Trade worldwide
Represent Continental towards governmental bodies and in professional associations
Monitor legal developments and distill insights in collaboration with global and regional experts
Facilitate the transfer of knowledge together with Global Knowledge Manager
Assist in management decisions related to dispute resolution, including the determination of whether to pursue legal action
Functionally steer external legal consultants/lawyers
Build up & administrate the central litigation database for Continental worldwide
Review supplier & customer contracts regarding Customs & Foreign Trade related clauses
Support the development of Continental's Standard Terms & Conditions for Customs & Foreign Trade matters
Your profile
Legal university degree
You have had several years of industry/corporate or consulting experience within customs and foreign trade
Fluent English both in speaking and writing is required for this role
You have the ability to present complicated facts in a simple way
You show exceptional social competence, including good communication skills, openness, a cooperative working style and a distinct ability to work across cultures and countries
You show motivation and initiative by setting your own expectations and goals.
You show a strong customer and stakeholder focus
You prefer a team-oriented way of working and show high assertiveness
Our offer
What we value the most, irrespective of your past experiences, is an eagerness to learn and a dedication bringing Continental to speed on the path to rethink and live customs.
This position will require domestic and international travel.
Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.
About us
Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2022, Continental generated sales of €39.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 57 countries and markets.
Keyfacts
Job ID
REF58668P
Location
Porto
Leadership level
Leading Self
Job flexibility
Hybrid Job
Legal Entity
CONTINENTAL ENGINEERING SERVICES PORTUGAL, UNIPESSOAL, LDA
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