Legal Counsel / Corporate Lawyer H/F

Main Mission

The Legal Counsel will provide legal support to the company in its daily operations and ensure compliance with Moroccan laws and reg ulations.

The position will be responsible for managing legal matters, contracts, customs-related issues, disputes, and conflicts involving the company, while protecting the company's legal interests and minimizing legal risks.

Main Responsibilities1. Legal Advisory

Provide legal advice to management and different departments on daily business activities

Interpret and explain Moroccan laws and regulations applicable to the company

Identify potential legal risks and propose appropriate preventive measures

Monitor changes in Moroccan legislation and inform management of relevant developments

Ensure that company activities and internal procedures comply with applicable laws and regulations

2. Contract Management

Draft, review, revise, and negotiate contracts and commercial agreements

Review contracts with suppliers, customers, contractors, service providers, and business partners

Identify contractual risks and recommend appropriate amendments

Follow up on contractual obligations, renewals, amendments, and termination procedures

Maintain an organized database of contracts and legal documents

3. Customs & International Trade

Provide legal support on customs-related matters and disputes

Coordinate with Customs Administration and other relevant government authorities

Follow up on customs declarations, inspections, claims, penalties, and related legal issues

Support the company in resolving customs disputes and administrative issues

Work closely with Logistics, Procurement, Finance, and other departments on customs compliance

4. Disputes & Litigation

Handle and follow up on conflicts between the company and other companies, suppliers, contractors, partners, or third parties

Manage commercial disputes and claims

Prepare legal files and supporting documents for disputes and litigation

Coordinate with external lawyers and legal advisors

Follow up on court cases, legal procedures, claims, and judgments

Participate in negotiations and amicable dispute resolution whenever appropriate

Provide regular updates to management regarding ongoing disputes and potential legal risks

5. Corporate & Administrative Legal Matters

Provide legal support for company registration, amendments, authorizations, and administrative procedures

Prepare and review corporate documents and legal correspondence

Liaise with government authorities, public institutions, lawyers, notaries, and other external stakeholders

Support management in handling sensitive legal and administrative matters

Ensure proper maintenance and confidentiality of company legal records

6. Internal Legal Support

Provide legal assistance to HR, Finance, Procurement, Logistics, Customs, EHS, Operations, and other departments

Review internal policies, procedures, and documents from a legal perspective

Support HR in employment-related legal matters when required

Support Finance and Procurement in contractual and commercial legal matters

Assist management in resolving legal issues arising from daily operations

7. Legal Risk Management

Identify, assess, and monitor legal risks affecting the company

Establish preventive measures to reduce legal and contractual risks

Develop legal procedures and internal guidelines where necessary

Maintain a legal risk and litigation tracking system

Prepare legal reports and updates for management

Ensure timely escalation of major legal risks and disputes
Candidate Profile

Bachelor's Degree in Law or equivalent legal qualification

Strong knowledge of Moroccan law and regulations

Professional experience in the legal department of a company, preferably in an industrial, manufacturing, multinational company, or industrial/free-zone environment

Experience dealing with customs and commercial disputes is highly desirable

Experience working with external lawyers, government authorities, and administrative institutions

Good knowledge of contracts, commercial law, and corporate legal matters

Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills

Good command of English, written and spoken

French and Arabic required; Chinese is an advantage

Personal Competencies

Autonomous and responsible, with the ability to manage legal matters independently

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Strong sense of confidentiality and professional ethics

Organized and detail-oriented

Ability to manage multiple legal matters and priorities

Proactive approach to identifying and preventing legal risks

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and international environment
CRIT Maroc, filiale du Groupe CRIT, l'un des leaders du travail temporaire et du recrutement en France et à l'international.

Le groupe CRIT compte aujourd’hui 600 agences dans le monde (France, Espagne, Suisse, Portugal, Irlande, Angleterre, USA, Afrique) dont 12 au Maroc (Casablanca, Rabat, Kenitra, EL Jadida, Berrechid, Marrakech, Agadir, Tanger…).

CRIT Maroc est un acteur global en ressources humaines, un cabinet de recrutement et d’intérim de renom sur le marché. Notre engagement est de déléguer la juste compétence, apporter des solutions efficaces, rapides, souples et transparentes dans la gestion des ressources humaines.

Sécurité, diversité et accessibilité à l’emploi sont les valeurs fondamentales du Groupe CRIT pour assurer la réussite de toutes et tous.