Counsel
EmersonAs Counsel, you will play a key role in supporting our business by providing broad and practical legal advice across multiple areas of law. From day one, you’ll work closely with experienced colleagues who will guide and mentor you, while giving you the chance to take on increasing responsibility and independence as you develop. Although your main focus will be on your designated business unit(s) or region, you will also have the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects across Europe, working directly with the Senior Associate General Counsel and General Counsel, Europe.
This position may be based in any European country with an Emerson office, with a preference for Aberdeen, Scotland.
Applications are welcome!
- Advising business units on a wide range of legal issues with some supervision.
- Providing liaison support between management, Emerson Legal groups, and outside counsel.
- Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating agreements (supplier, HR related, etc.).
- Researching and advising on regulatory frameworks and local content requirements.
- Supporting audits, self-assessments, investigations, and regulatory inquiries.
- Ensuring compliance with Emerson policies, laws, and regulations, and providing timely updates to management.
- Supporting strategic projects, policy implementation, due diligence, and post-acquisition integration.
- Staying informed on legal and regulatory developments and providing input to team initiatives.
Who You Are:
You will be a trusted advisor who applies sound professional judgment, integrity, and strong business sense in every aspect of your work. As a confident communicator, you can clearly and effectively explain complex legal concepts to senior management and non-legal partners. You thrive in dynamic environments, showing adaptability and comfort when navigating ambiguity and managing multiple priorities. Focused and dedicated, you feel a sense of accomplishment in safeguarding and improving Emerson’s reputation. With a self-motivated and proactive approach, you are eager to gain exposure to a wide variety of legal and business matters.
- Law degree from an accredited law school
- License to practice law in Scotland, England and Wales, or one of the Nordic jurisdictions (preferred) or another major European jurisdiction (may be accepted)
- 2–4 years of relevant legal experience in a commercial and international environment (in-house or private practice)
- Excellent written and spoken English skills
- Intermediate MS Office skills
- Able and willing to travel
- Comfortable working with senior management
- Additional European language skills
- Prior in-house legal experience within an international matrix company
- Displayed skill in balancing legal risk with business needs and giving practical advice
- Experience in regulatory compliance, M&A legal integration, or managing outside counsel
At Emerson, we prioritise a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognise the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritise providing competitive benefit plans to meet yours and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide wellbeing benefits, healthcare plans and eyecare, benefits centred around professional development, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid family leave (maternal, adoption and paternal) and holiday leave.