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BASF ist eines der weltweit führenden Chemieunternehmen, das innovative Lösungen für verschiedene Industrien bietet.

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<div><p><strong>BASF Coatings LLC</strong> ist Teil einer der gr&#246;&#223;ten Chemieunternehmen Nordamerikas und bietet seit &#252;ber 150 Jahren innovative L&#246;sungen f&#252;r wirtschaftliche, &#246;kologische und nachhaltige Herausforderungen. BASF f&#246;rdert die Entwicklung und das Wohlbefinden der Mitarbeitenden und schafft ein Umfeld, in dem du dich pers&#246;nlich und beruflich entfalten kannst.</p><h2 class='jobSectionHeader'>Aufgaben</h2><ul><li>Du bist verantwortlich f&#252;r die Leitung des Legal, Compliance & Insurance Bereichs der Coatings-Sparte in Nord-, Mittel- und S&#252;damerika.</li><li>Du f&#252;hrst das Team aus Inhouse-Jurist:innen in den USA und weiteren L&#228;ndern der Region.</li><li>Du ber&#228;tst Management, Gesch&#228;ftseinheiten und Funktionen umfassend zu rechtlichen und Compliance-Themen, insbesondere im Gesellschafts-, Handels- und Vertragsrecht, inklusive Kartellrecht und M&amp;A.</li><li>Du agierst als Corporate Secretary f&#252;r mehrere Gesellschaften.</li><li>Du unterst&#252;tzt bei Compliance-Fragen, Untersuchungen, HR- und Arbeitsrechtsthemen, Schulungen und Corporate Governance.</li><li>Du steuerst externe Kanzleien und Berater in allen L&#228;ndern der Region und verwaltest das externe Rechtsbudget.</li><li>Du setzt globale, regionale und nationale Richtlinien um und passt sie f&#252;r die Region an.</li><li>Du bist Hauptansprechpartner:in f&#252;r rechtliche Fragen gegen&#252;ber Dritten sowie Beh&#246;rden.</li><li>Du berichtest an Vorgesetzte und das Management &#252;ber alle wesentlichen rechtlichen Themen, Compliance-F&#228;lle, Anspr&#252;che und Entwicklungen.</li></ul><h2 class='jobSectionHeader'>Anforderungen</h2><ul><li>Juris Doctorate und aktive Zulassung als Anwalt/Anw&#228;ltin in mindestens einem US-Bundesstaat.</li><li>Mindestens zehn Jahre juristische Berufserfahrung, bevorzugt in einem internationalen Industrieunternehmen.</li><li>Sehr gute Kenntnisse in Handelsgesch&#228;ften, Vertragsverhandlungen, Kartellrecht sowie M&amp;A erforderlich.</li><li>Erfahrung in der Leitung von Teams und Projekten von Vorteil.</li><li>Erfahrung mit Trade Compliance und Risikomanagement von Vorteil.</li><li>Spanischkenntnisse und internationale Erfahrung sind ein Plus.</li><li>Strategisches Denken, Organisationstalent und Kommunikationsst&#228;rke.</li><li>Hohe Serviceorientierung, Eigeninitiative und F&#228;higkeit, komplexe Sachverhalte verst&#228;ndlich zu vermitteln.</li><li>Reisebereitschaft (unter 15%).</li></ul><h2 class='jobSectionHeader'>Vorteile</h2><ul><li>Flexible Arbeitsmodelle, wo m&#246;glich</li><li>Attraktives Altersvorsorgemodell mit Unternehmensbeteiligung</li><li>Programme zur mentalen Gesundheit f&#252;r dich und deine Familie</li><li>Unterst&#252;tzung bei Familienplanung (z.B. Fruchtbarkeit, Adoption, Elternzeit)</li><li>Back-up Kinder- und Altenpflege sowie Rabatte f&#252;r Familien</li><li>Mentoring und Karriereentwicklung</li><li>Matching Gifts Programm f&#252;r wohlt&#228;tige Zwecke</li><li>Unterst&#252;tzung in Krisensituationen</li><li>Zugang zum BASF-Weinkeller, Mitarbeiterrabatte und vieles mehr</li></ul><h2 class='jobSectionHeader'>Arbeitskultur</h2><p>BASF bietet ein sicheres, kollaboratives und inklusives Arbeitsumfeld, das auf Vielfalt, Chancengleichheit und individueller Entwicklung basiert. Du wirst ermutigt, deine St&#228;rken einzubringen und dich weiterzuentwickeln. #belongatBASF</p><h2 class='jobSectionHeader'>Datenschutz</h2><p>BASF nimmt Datenschutz und Sicherheit sehr ernst. Es werden keine finanziellen Informationen per E-Mail oder Nachricht angefordert. Bei Verdacht auf Betrug bitte melden.</p><h2 class='jobSectionHeader'>Chancengleichheit</h2><p>BASF ist ein Arbeitgeber, der Chancengleichheit f&#246;rdert. Alle qualifizierten Bewerber:innen werden unabh&#228;ngig von Rasse, Alter, Geschlecht, Religion, Behinderung, Identit&#228;t oder anderen gesch&#252;tzten Merkmalen ber&#252;cksichtigt. Eine Arbeitserlaubnis f&#252;r die USA ist erforderlich.</p></div>

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Festanstellung

Senior

Englisch

Spanisch

Du ber&#228;tst und unterst&#252;tzt ein internationales Team bei rechtlichen und Compliance-Fragen, leitest Projekte und triffst wichtige Entscheidungen. Mache jetzt den Test und finde heraus, ob du geeignet bist.

<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Now Hiring! Head of Legal, Compliance &amp; Insurance - Americas</b></H2></div><div><p><strong>Location:  Southfield, Michigan</strong></p><p><strong>Company: BASF Coatings  LLC </strong></p><p><strong>This is a hybrid position, with attendance in the office expected at least 3 days per week</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>We are seeking an experienced legal professional for the position of Head of Legal, Compliance &amp; Insurance Americas for BASF’s Coatings division (Coatings). This position will be responsible for providing and managing legal and compliance advice to Coatings business units in North, South and Central America. You will lead the Coatings legal team in the region and you will report operationally to the General Counsel of Coatings and will be part of his General Counsel Management Team (GCMT). Prior legal experience with commercial transactions, competition and corporate law, insurance  and compliance matters in an in-house, international environment is required. Familiarity w labor and employment issues is a plus.  Trade compliance familiarity is preferred. This position will further help to anticipate potential litigation and compliance risks.  Chemical, automotive or manufacturing industry expertise is highly preferred.</p><p> </p><p>BASF and Carlyle, in partnership w Qatar Investment Authority, have entered into a binding agreement related to BASF’s Coatings and surface treatments businesses.  Subject to customary regulatory approvals, the transaction is expected to close in Q2 2026.  This position is integral to the completion of the transaction and future success of the business.  </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Key Responsibilities Include:</b></H2></div><div><ul><li>In this role, you are fully empowered and accountable for managing the affairs of Coatings in the field of Legal, Compliance &amp; Insurance in the Americas.</li><li>You lead the Coatings Legal, Compliance &amp; Insurance team with other  in-house lawyers in US and other countries in the Americas.</li><li>You are accountable for providing strategic advice and comprehensive end-to-end legal &amp; compliance support to the management, business units, operations  and functions of Coatings in the Americas. You provide independent advice in all legal matters, with emphasis upon  general corporate, commercial and contract law, including antitrust issues and M&amp;A.</li><li>Act as Corporate Secretary for several Coatings companies incorporated in the Americas.</li><li>You advise and support Coatings in the area of compliance, including matter investigation and  handling, HR and labor issues, personnel training and corporate governance.</li><li>You manage external counsel relationships and legal services consultants in all countries of the Americas and steer their provision of services and manage external legal budget.</li><li>You implement all global, regional and national Coatings policies, and customize such policies for implementation in the Americas.</li><li>You act as the primary contact for legal issues with third parties, and with  federal, provincial and state governmental and regulatory authorities.</li><li>You report to supervisors and company management on all material legal matters, including compliance cases, major claims, projects and legal development</li></ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>If you have...</b></H2></div><div><ul><li>Juris Doctorate and active license to practice law in at least one U.S. state.</li><li>Minimum ten (10) years of legal experience required; prior in-house legal experience in an international, manufacturing environment preferred.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and project management skills; leadership experience is a plus.</li><li>Proficiency in the areas of commercial transactions, such as sales, procurement and/or manufacturing, and including negotiation lead, as well as proficiency in antitrust/competition laws <strong>required</strong>.</li><li>Mergers and Acquisitions / Divestments experience required. Trade compliance oversight and tariff risk management experience a plus.  Excellent ability to network and collaborate, organized and detail oriented.</li><li>Spanish language skill a plus, as is an international mindset.  Ability to think strategically required.</li><li>Commitment to client service in a fast-paced business environment, proactive, resourceful, responsive, and efficient. Ability to pragmatically and concisely communicate complex legal issues to non-lawyers and all levels of personnel and management.</li><li>Equity-driven with demonstrated ability to excel in a dynamic environment and work well with people from diverse demographics.  Sound and independent judgment grounded in an understanding of the business.  Some travel required, but estimated at less than 15% of full time responsibilities. </li></ul><div><br><div> </div></div></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Create your own chemistry with you@BASF</b></H2></div><div><p> </p><p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call <strong>you@BASF</strong>. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment. </span></span></span></p><p style="margin-bottom:16.0px"> </p><p style="margin-bottom:16.0px"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Just some of the many benefits we offer include:</span></span></span></p><ul><li style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Flexible work arrangements whenever possible</span></span></span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options</span></span></span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members</span></span></span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)</span></span></span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages</span></span></span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive </span></span></span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities. </span></span></span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens</span></span></span></li><li style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!</span></span></span></li></ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>About us</b></H2></div><div><p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"> </p><p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!</span></span></span></p><p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.</span></span></span></p><p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF</span></span></span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Privacy statement</b></H2></div><div><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">BASF takes security &amp; data privacy very seriously. We will never request financial information of any kind via email, private text message or direct message on any social medial platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never send a candidate a check for equipment or request any type of payment during the job application process. If you have experienced any of the above, please contact myhr@basf.com to report fraud.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Equal employment opportunities</b></H2></div><div><p> </p><p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.</span></span></span></p><p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.</span></span></span></p></div></div></div>

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Management

Teilweise im Homeoffice möglich

Du leitest das Legal, Compliance & Insurance Team f&#252;r die Coatings-Sparte in Nord-, Mittel- und S&#252;damerika. Du ber&#228;tst das Management strategisch zu rechtlichen, Compliance- und Versicherungsfragen, steuerst externe Kanzleien und setzt Richtlinien um.

Handelsgeschäfte

Vertragsverhandlungen

Kartellrecht

Teamleitung

Trade Compliance

Risikomanagement

Leitung des Legal, Compliance & Insurance Bereichs

Führung des Inhouse-Jurist:innen Teams

Beratung zu rechtlichen und Compliance-Themen

Agieren als Corporate Secretary

Unterstützung bei Compliance-Fragen

Steuerung externer Kanzleien

Umsetzung von Richtlinien

Ansprechpartner:in für rechtliche Fragen

Berichterstattung über rechtliche Themen

Head of Legal Compliance & Insurance North America

Gelegentliche Reisebereitschaft nötig

BASF Coatings LLC ist Teil einer der gr&#246;&#223;ten Chemieunternehmen Nordamerikas und bietet seit &#252;ber 150 Jahren innovative L...