Legal Counsel

Company Description

TOMRA was founded in 1972, based on the design, manufacturing and sale of reverse vending machines (RVMs) for automated collection of used beverage containers. Today TOMRA provides solutions that enable the circular economy with advanced collection and sorting systems, and food processing by employing sensor-based sorting and grading technology. At TOMRA, we value and encourage innovation, passion and responsibility in everything we do.

The TOMRA Group employs 5000 people globally and is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange (OSE: TOM). TOMRA was named Norway’s Most Innovative Business in 2023, number one in the list of the country’s top 25 companies.

TOMRA Collection is a leading innovator in the circular economy and Clean Loop Recycling. Founded on the invention of the world's first reverse vending machine, we are now responsible for approximately 85,000 installations across more than 60 markets. By providing an effective and efficient way of collecting, sorting and processing containers, TOMRA's reverse vending systems make it easy for consumers to recycle and contribute to a more sustainable planet.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Counsel to join our team in Asker, Norway. This is an exciting opportunity to work as a lawyer in an innovative global technology focused company committed to sustainability and the environment. As a key member of our legal department, you will provide expert legal advice and support to various business units within our organization.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide legal counsel, advise and support on a wide range of commercial matters to diverse business units in the global TOMRA organisation.
• Identify and manage legal risks and contribute to developing the internal legal governance structure.
• Provide training and guiding to local management and organisation.
• Manage and liaise with external counsel.
• Contribute to the general activities of TOMRA Legal

In this role you will obtain insight into the operations of a global organisation and assist TOMRA in protecting and offering its technology and solutions as part of its expansion to new markets, including involvement in various projects, initiatives, and different contract types and business models.

Qualifications

• Master of Law with solid academic credentials
• Minimum 4 years’ experience from commercial legal work gained at a law firm and/or as an in-house counsel in an international company
• Experience with commercial contracts, IP, digital service offering, and general business law
• Admitted to the bar with all necessary practicing certificates
• Proficiency in Norwegian and English is required. Additional languages are considered beneficial

We are looking for a dedicated professional with strong integrity and work ethics. The ideal candidate will have a commercial mindset, excellent communication skills, and the ability to provide clear advice. To succeed in this role, you should be solution-driven, proactive, and capable of working independently while handling multiple issues simultaneously.

At TOMRA, we value individuals who live our values and contribute to our collegial and inclusive environment, both in Asker and abroad. If you are passionate about making a difference and embody these qualities, we would love to hear from you.

Additional Information

• 5 extra days holiday at Easter or Christmas time or "inneklemt dager" in Norway, or other culturally significant days
• Opportunities for professional development and competence building through participation in relevant training courses and seminars   
• Excellent facilities in Asker with free physio, modern gym, and a varied and healthy (subsidised) lunch plus healthy free snacks 
• We are big believers in Hybrid working
• Access to our shared office space at Epicenter in Oslo
• Attractive compensation package including insurances, bonus and share scheme  

Interested? If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you!

Please upload your CV and write a short motivation letter, like an elevator-pitch of you as a person and your motivation to work for TOMRA in "Message to Manager". 

Final application deadline is 26th May.  

If you have any questions, please contact Anne Margrete Ringheim - General Counsel TOMRA at +47 95843002.

We use Semac background checks on final candidates as part of our recruitment process. 

TOMRA does not differentiate on the basis of gender, race or ethnicity, religion, colour, sexual orientation or identity, disability, age, or other protected statuses as given by applicable law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.