International Legal Manager- Governance & Investments Department (M/F)

France Legal & Corporate Full-time

Who are we?

Since 1986, the Nutriset Group has been designing, manufacturing and distributing nutritional solutions to treat and prevent malnutrition in the most vulnerable populations. Now the world leader in its category, the Nutriset Group relies on its production site in Malaunay and a dozen local producers based as close as possible to the needs in the countries concerned; together they form the PlumpyField Network.

Collectively, they respond to requests from United Nations organisations (UNICEF and the World Food Programme), NGOs and local governments. Nearly 123 million people have benefited from Nutriset products since 2005.

Are you passionate about international law, multicultural environments, and global legal challenges? Would you like to apply your expertise to a group committed to fighting malnutrition?

Reporting to the Director of Risk, Governance, and Investments, you will play a key role in strengthening the governance and risk management policy of the Nutriset Group internationally, through its holding company, Onyx.

Who are you?

  • Do you hold a Master’s degree (LL.M. or equivalent) in International Business Law, OHADA Law, or Comparative Law?
  • Have you completed a dual degree or combined studies in law and business school or international relations?
  • Do you have certifications such as CCEP, ISO 37301, GDPR, OHADA, or International Arbitration? That’s a real plus!

Key Skills:

  • Are you highly proficient in international contract management?
  • Do you have strong experience in corporate governance and legal structuring?
  • Are you comfortable with international litigation and arbitration procedures?
  • Are you well-versed in international regulations and compliance programs?


Languages & Intercultural Skills:

  • Are you fluent in English (minimum C1 level) and confident with legal English?
  • Do you have a strong intercultural sensitivity and feel comfortable in multicultural environments?
  • Do you have excellent analytical and synthesis skills, along with strong legal writing abilities?
  • Can you simplify complex legal concepts to make them accessible to all?
  • Have you already coordinated cross-functional legal projects with multidisciplinary teams?
  • Are you familiar with legal digital tools (LegalTech, CLM, cybersecurity)?

How can we contribute together to the fight against malnutrition?

Your mission: structure, secure, support.

Your responsibilities are structured around five main areas:

Governance & Legal Structuring:

  • Co-develop the Group’s governance and risk policy.
  • Legally structure the Group’s holdings and partnerships.
  • Draft and negotiate documents related to corporate life (General Meetings, Boards of Directors, shareholders’ agreements, etc.).

Support to Subsidiaries & Partners:

  • Provide operational legal support to subsidiaries.
  • Train local teams on legal best practices.
  • Coordinate communication with local law firms.

International Contract Management:

  • Draft, review, negotiate, and validate international contracts (distribution, joint ventures, licensing, NDAs, etc.).
  • Adapt contract templates to local specificities.
  • Oversee the full contract lifecycle.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution:

  • Monitor international disputes with local lawyers.
  • Participate in defense or negotiation strategies.
  • Manage pre-litigation and alternative dispute resolution methods (mediation, arbitration).

Compliance & Regulatory Monitoring:

  • Ensure compliance with local regulations (customs, anti-corruption, GDPR, etc.).
  • Implement compliance procedures and conduct audits.
  • Monitor legal developments in the Group’s areas of operation.

Not convinced yet?

Our Employer Commitments: Support, Recognition, Growth

At Nutriset, we believe a fulfilling work environment is built on recognition, development, and individual well-being.

Here’s what we offer:

  • A competitive and evolving pay : Your expertise deserves to be fairly rewarded, and we offer an attractive compensation policy.
  • Nutriset Academy: Develop your skills throughout your career with a wide range of targeted training programs to support your professional growth.

Strong Social Benefits:

  • 100% employer-covered health insurance
  • Additional retirement plan
  • Access to employee benefits through the Social and Economic Committee (CSE)

A Personalized Onboarding Experience:

  • A tailored onboarding program to discover our products, professions, and company culture
  • A dedicated mentor to guide you and help you settle in

Interested in this offer?

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