Group Legal Counsel | Rabat (Morocco)

Job :

About the role:
The Group Legal Counsel role is part of the Group Function Legal Affairs and Compliance (GFLA) organization and reports to the Head of Legal: West and Southern Africa and MMEA Corporate Affairs. You will work with a global network of legal experts and specialists to support Ericsson's business operations and innovation projects in many countries.

Key responsibilities:

• Be a trusted legal advisor to senior business leaders, giving strategic legal advice that supports business goals and responsible business practices
• Write, review, and negotiate complex business contracts, including customer agreements, supplier contracts, and important partnership deals
• Give legal advice on company management, following rules, competition law, data protection, and intellectual property issues
• Support important deals and strategic projects, making sure legal risks are found and managed while allowing business growth
• Work with different teams across sales, sourcing, engineering, and product development to support business and technology projects
• Keep up-to-date with and advise on legal and rule changes affecting the telecommunications and technology industries
• Give legal advice related to sanctions, trade compliance, and international rule systems
• Help manage disagreements, investigations, and lawsuits when needed
• Provide legal training and guidance to business teams to help them understand legal and compliance requirements better
• Help develop legal policies, processes, and systems that support Ericsson's global legal strategy
• Work with colleagues in Legal Affairs, Compliance, Privacy, Security, and other Group Functions

Required profile :

Key requirements:

• Master of Law (LL.M., JD, or similar legal degree).
• Qualified to practice law in a relevant country.
• 7 to 10+ years of legal experience, ideally in a multinational company or a top law firm
• Strong knowledge in business contracts, regulatory matters, and company management
• Experience in the telecommunications, technology, software, or digital infrastructure sectors is highly desired
• Strong business understanding and the ability to give practical, business-focused legal advice
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Proven ability to build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams
• Strategic thinking and the ability to manage complex legal issues independently
• Strong project management and organization skills
• High ethical standards and commitment to integrity
• Fluent in French and Arabic required; English proficiency required.
• Willingness to travel as needed