ArcelorMittal is the world’s largest steel producer. We use the most innovative technology to create the steels tomorrow’s world will be made of. Every day over 170,000 of our talented people, located in over 60 countries, push the boundaries of digitalization and use advanced technology to create a world that is stronger, faster and smarter. To help make this possible, they know they can depend on the support and training that a company of our scope and scale can provide.
Join us at the forefront of the steels and mining industry and see your work help create renewable energy, impact major industries and boost economies. At ArcelorMittal we’ll help you make your world.
ArcelorMittal is looking for a:
Senior Legal Counsel – Group Funding & Treasury Support
As Senior Legal Counsel – Group Funding & Treasury Support you will provide strategic legal support on a wide range of complex financing operations, including project financings tied to investment in plants, property, and equipment across our global operations.
In this high-impact role, you will act as a key legal advisor for group-level financing transactions, offering legal insights that align with business objectives. This includes structuring, negotiating, and executing financing agreements under various jurisdictions. You will also play a critical role in dispute resolution strategies and legal risk management.
You will be based at our headquarters in Luxembourg and report directly to the Head of the Group Funding / Treasury Support Department.
Key Responsibilities- Provide expert legal support on financing transactions (bilateral, syndicated loans, project finance, and bonds), including drafting and negotiating complex agreements across jurisdictions (notably Indian, UK, US, Luxembourg, and French law).
- Participate in internal and external meetings, supporting or leading negotiations with banks, institutional partners (e.g., European Investment Bank), and other stakeholders.
- Advise on and manage legal aspects of disputes and settlement strategies when necessary.
- Manage relationships with external law firms, ensuring quality, efficiency, and alignment with budget and business needs.
- Monitor legal and regulatory developments relevant to financing and treasury activities.
- Collaborate closely with colleagues in Legal, Finance, and other departments to ensure consistent and proactive legal risk management.
- Contribute to legal best practices, team knowledge-sharing, and cross-functional improvement initiatives.
Education & Bar Admission
Bar qualification from a common law jurisdiction (preference for India and/or UK).
Experience
- Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in an international law firm, corporate legal department, or financial institution (e.g., European Investment Bank).
- Proven track record in handling high-value financing transactions (syndicated loans, project financing, bonds, etc.).
- Industry experience or exposure to legal support within complex industrial or multinational environments is a strong asset.
Skills & Competencies
- Deep understanding of finance, corporate and contract law, and a pragmatic, business-oriented legal mindset.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to grasp the technical and financial dimensions of large-scale projects.
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, global environment.
- Change management acumen and a proactive, solution-oriented approach.
- Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset, transparency, and integrity.
Languages
Fluent in English (mandatory); fluency in French is highly desirable. Other languages are considered an asset.
