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Job Name
Legal Counsel III - France
Country
France
State
NA
City
Paris
Date Published
18-Aug-2025
Job ID
45534
Travel
You may occasionally be required to travel for business
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Description and Requirements

CareerArc Code
CA-MS
#LI-MS2
Hybrid: #LI-Hybrid

"At BMC trust is not just a word - it's a way of life!" 



We are an award-winning, equal opportunity, culturally diverse, fun place to be. Giving back to the community drives us to be better every single day. Our work environment allows you to balance your priorities, because we know you will bring your best every day. We will champion your wins and shout them from the rooftops. Your peers will inspire, drive, support you, and make you laugh out loud!  


We help our customers free up time and space to become an Autonomous Digital Enterprise that conquers the opportunities ahead - and are relentless in the pursuit of innovation! 
Newly created, BMC Helix has an exciting new position for a Legal Manager in France, offering excellent career advancement in a dynamic, international and progressive environment within a leading SaaS company. As part of the International legal team your main responsibility will be to provide legal support to members of BMC Helix’ sales organisation in France, Benelux and other European territories as needed. 

You will be responsible for a broader territory within EMEA (including Germany) and have a small team of 1 to 2 lawyers reporting into you.

You will also liaise closely with peers in other EMEA regions and in the US. The position requires excellent interpersonal communications skills combined with a broad business acumen and enthusiasm for working in a diverse, global and fast paced environment. Applicants must have the ability to clearly and concisely communicate legal concepts to business partners to achieve the best outcome in a timely manner.

The role holder will be an integral member of the International legal department, reporting to the International Legal Director (EMEA, Latin America & Asia Pacific). Key responsibilities will include:

  • Negotiate all types of technology contracts e.g. SaaS, software licensing and support, consulting services and education agreements. 
  • Work closely with internal BMC Helix stakeholders to ensure contracts comply with accounting rules, internal guidelines and BMC Helix global policies.  
  • Provide legal advice and counsel on regional or country-specific legal issues. 
  • Support the corporate compliance programs, including educating regional employees. 
  • Liaise with outside counsel on region-specific engagements and assist on litigation engagements.
  • Undertake ad-hoc projects. 
  • Communicate with regional sales managers and customers as appropriate to ensure compliance and involvement in contract negotiations, legal issues and processes.

Desired Skills & Experience
  • Legal counsel qualified to practice in France (qualification to practice in a common law jurisdiction a plus).
  • 5 to 10 years of qualified legal experience in France or another common law jurisdiction, ideally as an in-house in an IT company or a law firm.
  • Excellent written and verbal presentation skills in French and English (any other European language skills will be positively valued).
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
  • Desire to work as part of a global team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Willingness to occasionally travel.
  • Hybrid location (Office & WFH).


Our commitment to you! 

 

BMC’s culture is built around its people. We have 6000+ brilliant minds working together across the globe. You won’t be known just by your employee number, but for your true authentic self. BMC lets you be YOU! 

 

If after reading the above, You’re unsure if you meet the qualifications of this role but are deeply excited about BMC and this team, we still encourage you to apply! We want to attract talents from diverse backgrounds and experience to ensure we face the world together with the best ideas! 

 

BMC is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, age, sex, creed, color, religion, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender,  gender expression,  gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, disabled veteran or status as a protected veteran.  If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, visit the accommodation request page.

BMC Software maintains a strict policy of not requesting any form of payment in exchange for employment opportunities, upholding a fair and ethical hiring process.
The annual base salary range represents the low and high end of the BMC salary range for this position. Actual salaries depend on a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training, licensure, and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. 

The range listed is just one component of BMC's employee compensation package. Other rewards may include a variable plan and country specific benefits.

At BMC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at /near the top of the range. A reasonable estimate of the current range is €69,375 - €115,625
Min salary
69,375

Our commitment to you! 

 

BMC’s culture is built around its people. We have 6000+ brilliant minds working together across the globe. You won’t be known just by your employee number, but for your true authentic self. BMC lets you be YOU! 

 

If after reading the above, You’re unsure if you meet the qualifications of this role but are deeply excited about BMC and this team, we still encourage you to apply! We want to attract talents from diverse backgrounds and experience to ensure we face the world together with the best ideas! 

 

BMC is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, age, sex, creed, color, religion, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender,  gender expression,  gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, disabled veteran or status as a protected veteran.  If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, visit the accommodation request page.

Mid point salary
92,500
Max salary
115,625
Min Salary - NEW
69,375
Max Salary - NEW
115,625