The Company
At Mantis BI we strongly believe that the development of the innovation & startup ecosystem improves peoples’ quality of life. We seek disruptors who share this vision and who are as passionate as we are about innovation.
Mantis BI supports startups, innovators, and researchers to scale up their innovative solutions and ideas towards solving major operational challenges for large private and public organizations, through open innovation.
That’s why acting as innovation enablers, we partner with those ready to accelerate and solve the most demanding environmental, fintech, and societal challenges through product development, process optimization, talent & start-up acquisition, and awareness initiatives.
The Role: Legal, Business & Strategy Advisor
The Legal, Business & Strategy Advisor is a pivotal role, responsible for supporting and advising the CEO on key business decisions while ensuring legal compliance and strategic alignment. This role is ideal for an individual with a legal background who is eager to expand their expertise in business and strategy. You will work closely with the CEO, playing an integral role in shaping the company’s future and driving its growth.
He/She has an overview of all business matters and reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Key Responsibilities
- Participation in Key Meetings:
- Attend all major internal and external meetings with the CEO.
- Provide advisory input to support decision-making processes.
- Draft memoranda summarizing key outcomes and monitor the implementation of critical decisions.
- Business Development:
- Design and develop new business proposals to explore growth opportunities.
- Identify and pursue synergies with partners and collaborators.
- Strategic Planning and Decision-Making:
- Collaborate with the CEO to shape the company’s long-term strategic goals.
- Play a hands-on role in major business decisions that drive company growth.
- Performance Monitoring:
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Provide regular updates and insights to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Policy Development:
- Develop and implement company policies and procedures.
- Design an effective governance model to ensure operational transparency and compliance.
- Research & Analysis:
- Conduct market research and data analysis to identify trends and forecast future opportunities.
- Assess risks and threats to ensure proactive decision-making.
- Negotiations:
- Negotiate commercial terms of contracts with partners and clients.
- Represent the company in critical discussions to secure favorable outcomes.
- Legal Advisory:
- Develop policies on key legal matters.
- Provide expert advice on significant legal issues affecting the company.
Key Qualifications
- A degree in Law (LLB or equivalent); additional business or strategy-related certifications or degrees (e.g., MBA) are a plus.
- 2+ years of experience in legal advisory, business strategy, or a similar role.
- Strong understanding of corporate governance, compliance, and contract law.
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Proven ability to draft, negotiate, and review legal and business documents.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
- A proactive, growth-oriented mindset and a passion for innovation.