Associate Legal Counsel

Overview

In this role you will provide legal advice and support as part of AGCO’s EME Legal team, handling a spectrum of matters under supervision, including drafting and reviewing agreements and coordinating with external counsel when needed. You’ll research, advise, and manage contract-related queries, while using contract management systems to keep documentation accurate. The position emphasizes adopting AI tools to improve efficiency and processes, with a hybrid work setup anchored at Stoneleigh, Warwickshire. You’ll collaborate across the business to help resolve legal issues and support governance activities, contributing to AGCO’s sustainable agriculture mission.

Pay / Benefits

• Hybrid working
• Competitive bonus scheme
• 26 days annual leave + privileged leave and buy up to 5 days
• Pension scheme, life assurance and Group Income Protection
• AXA private healthcare
• Retail discounts on vouchers and EAP + Wellbeing App access

Responsibilities

• Draft and review a wide range of commercial agreements and maintain accurate legal documentation
• Manage own matters under supervision and liaise with external counsel for contentious issues
• Conduct legal research and prepare reports/advice ensuring high accuracy
• Handle contract management and respond to legal queries using contract management systems
• Assist with legal advisory, litigation matters, and company secretarial activities while supporting team initiatives

Key requirements

• 12-18 months of experience in a legal team as a qualified junior lawyer
• Degree level qualification in Law, General Diploma in Law (GDL) or CILEX Level 3 Professional Diploma in Law and Practice; LPC

• collaborative mindset
• analytical and precise
• proactive communication
• drafting and reviewing commercial agreements
• contract management systems
• legal research

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