MTU Maintenance Lease Services B.V. is a thriving company and we are growing fast. We are a subsidiary of MTU Aero Engines AG, a leading German engine manufacturer and a globally active maintenance provider for commercial aircraft engines. MTU Maintenance Lease Services B. V. specializes in short and medium-term engine leasing. Our service offering also includes asset management and technical consulting services.

We are a dynamic, multinational team and the culture and structure in the Company thrives under truly visionary Senior Management. With your support, we want to elevate the recognition of our worldwide leasing services to a new Level.

We are looking for someone to become part of our team of experts in our Amsterdam office as:

Legal Counsel Aviation Transactions (all genders)

WE OFFER 

  • International and dynamic environment with highly motivated professionals
  • Working for a key player within the aviation leasing and MRO community
  • We share a positive and entrepreneurial mindset
  • Great office location in Amsterdam with very easy access to Schiphol Airport and the city center
  • Steep learning curve for personal and professional development

YOUR TASKS

  • Negotiating, drafting and managing aircraft engine leasing and trading transactions, dealing with airlines, lessors and OEMs
  • Drafting and executing other miscellaneous agreements (e.g. NDAs, maintenance agreements, warranty letters, financing documents)
  • Advising on legal, risks and compliance matters to ensure the achievement of the targets while minimizing risks
  • Analyzing and assessing any disputes and/or litigation cases in order to support management decisions, managing external counsels in any relevant jurisdiction
  • Be the point of contact to internal stakeholders (business departments or affiliate companies) for any legal query
  • Supporting management with comprehensive information, reporting whenever required
  • Leading ad-hoc projects as required and as assigned by management
  • Participating and leading dedicated projects for the management of CMS and other compliance software

YOUR PROFILE

  • Degree in Law and proven experience in international trade or commercial law
  • Professional work experience on high-value transactions, preferably in the aviation or transport industry working with leasing companies or airlines
  • Strong drafting, analytical, negotiation and problem solving skills
  • Ability to work closely with lease and asset management teams being directly involved in negotiations with customers and suppliers
  • Eloquent communication skills; diplomacy in customer dealings and internal stakeholders discussions
  • Self-starter and independent working attitude on complex projects in a fast paced environment
  • Excellent English proficiency and preferably additional language skills
  • Good IT skills: in particular MS Office and contract management tools
With our extensive training plan and tailor-made development programs, we invest in the professional and personal development of every employee. MLS cultivates values of diversity, internationality and individuality that are attuned to the particular needs of each employee. Flexible work hours play a key role here. MLS also helps new employees move and get settled in the Amsterdam metropolitan area.
 

Interested?

Then prepare your career for takeoff by sending us your complete application materials, earliest start date and salary expectations. Use the online application form right here on this page. We look forward to meeting you!

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