Corporate & Business Counsel

About the role

The Legal Counsel is central to the cross-functional operations of the company. The person provides legal support on corporate legal, tax, finance, treasury, risk management, litigation and intellectual property related matters and colleagues globally. The Legal Counsel is responsible for corporate legal support on various legal entities around the globe, with emphasis on US. He/she organizes meetings of Nokia of America Corporation, prepares briefing materials collaboratively with Nokia stakeholders and drafts legal documents such as meeting minutes, PoAs and officers' certificates.

Responsibilities

• Manage all legal entities’ filings in all states where these entities are qualified to do business.
• Manage all delegations of authority in the US; identify appropriate signatories and approval processes in line with established guidelines.
• Support federal filings as may be required.
• Support large, varied corporate and strategic transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, capitalizations and dividends, involving stakeholders throughout the company.
• Support drafting and execution of intercompany agreements.

Requirements

• Legally qualified in the United States.
• Business fluent in English.
• Minimum of 5 years PQE predominantly in corporate legal. Experience may be in a law firm or in-house position, or any combination.
• Ability to think strategically and to serve as a trusted business partner with senior business leaders. Can develop relevant and creative solutions to meet current and evolving business needs.

Key Skills and Experience

• Prior experience working in a global or telecommunications firm (nice to have).

About Us

Advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world. Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we’re advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.

Our recruitment process

• We act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
• We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.

Unique benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working schemes.
• A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility).
• Life insurance to all employees to provide peace of mind and financial security.
• Well-being programs to support your mental and physical health.
• Opportunities to join and receive support from Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs).
• Employee Growth Solutions to support your personalized career & skills development.
• Diverse pool of Coaches & Mentors to whom you have easy access.
• A learning environment which promotes personal growth and professional development - for your role and beyond.