Legal Advisor (Special Cases)

Job description

About our team BCR is the place where you learn, grow, and contribute to shaping the future of banking. We are recognized as a school of excellence in banking, a top employer in the banking sector, and a team open to learning, where every colleague feels noticed and valued. We are an organization that values people and supports them in having a life that brings fulfillment, security, and balance. How you will contribute You will propose strategies for assigned cases and monitor the progress of the assigned portfolio of special litigation matters (high-value or high-impact disputes) at the BCR Group level, drafting procedural documents and proposing necessary measures to mitigate the bank’s litigation risk; You will monitor the progress of the litigation portfolio, conduct analyses, and develop forecasts and recommendations to ensure the best possible management of the BCR Group’s litigation portfolio; Prepare reports related to the BCR Group’s dispute resolution activities; Represent the bank in court in special disputes or other related litigation, to the extent that this is not handled by outside counsel; Represent the bank before courts, criminal investigation authorities, public authorities, institutions of any kind, as well as any legal or natural persons, Romanian or foreign (with the exception of insolvency proceedings), in other disputes in accordance with instructions received from the Coordinator; Provide legal advice and issue legal opinions and solutions regarding disputes or issues with a risk of litigation; Be responsible for completing assignments on time and taking all necessary steps to resolve the disputes under your management and the assigned tasks. What will help you be successful A law degree—required; Professional experience in litigation—at least 5 years, including at least 1 year in banking; Knowledge of legal regulations in the banking sector, as well as in other areas of law, judicial practice, and specialized literature; Experience in reporting – a plus; English – advanced level; Adaptability, change management; Ability to prioritize and work under deadlines; Strong verbal and written communication, negotiation, mediation, and public speaking skills; Proficiency in using digital tools and artificial intelligence solutions for research, analysis, drafting, and optimizing legal work; Attention to detail, analytical and synthesis skills. Check out what we provide for our people Monthly budget for flexible benefits through the Benefit Online platform; 13th month salary; Performance-based bonus; Banking facilities, benefits for private pension and discounts on insurance policies; Gifts for special occasions; Vacation allowance; Private medical services for you and your family; Hybrid and flexible work schedule; 1 month / per year of remote work from abroad (UE); Up to 27 vacation days depending on your professional experience; Extra 7 days off per year if you have used up your vacation days; One day off for your birthday; Wellbeing, personal and professional development programs, and platforms that allow you to learn anytime, anywhere, and from any device; Subscription to Bookster.