Lawyer

The goal of the Girteka Transport Legal Department is to provide complete, uninterrupted and highest quality and expert legal services in Lithuania and throughout the European Union. We are looking for a Lawyer who would like to work, learn and grow in a specific area of the transport sector, and be responsible for legal monitoring, operational risk management and coordinating cases in several separate areas. The knowledge, experience and skills acquired with us are and will be unique. Since a lot of in-depth knowledge of processes will be required, it will be necessary to constantly communicate with external partners, and other Girteka colleagues.

What can you expect your day to look like?

• Monitoring relevant legal acts, continuously monitoring, summarizing analyses, and presenting to different departments. Conducting presentations, training, and consulting.
• Managing and coordinating cases related to illegal migrants. Administering company accreditations.
• Coordinating and managing IMI (Internal Market Information System) requests.
• Participating in customer audits according to competence.
• Identifying, assessing, and managing legal risks and compliance.
• Preparing and evaluating various activity-related documents, participating in negotiations, and representing the company's position.
• Initiating process improvements to meet business needs.
• Accepting responsibility for assigned legal matters in the respective jurisdictions in which Girteka operates.

What do we expect from you?

• At least 2 years of professional experience in a law firm or as an in-house counsel.
• University degree in law.
• Very good command of English and Lithuanian, both written and spoken; knowledge of Russian would be a plus.
• Business-minded, result-oriented, and proactive, with a practical approach to problem solving.
• Strong analytical skills, combined with good argumentation and negotiation abilities.
• Motivation to keep learning, improving, and taking on new responsibilities.
• A positive, solution-oriented mindset, focusing on “how” instead of “no”.

Considered an advantage:

• Experience in migration law, the legal status of foreign nationals, and employment law in Lithuania and/or abroad.
• Familiarity with international transport and logistics, compliance, or legal risk management.

Why should you consider us as your next career step?

We always have a challenge for those looking for one. If complex, large-scale, and impactful projects excite you, we might be just the right fit for you. With us, you will enjoy:

• Career opportunities: Many of our managers have started in entry-level positions at Girteka Group, and as many as 30% of our colleagues move up the career ladder every year.
• Learning and development: We continuously invest in a wide variety of internal and external courses, seminars, mentoring, leadership programs, and offer language courses.
• Health and well-being: We care about how our colleagues feel and we offer them comprehensive health insurance. We also foster a community of gym-goers and athletes. On-site meals are 50% compensated, and you’ll find free fruit and snacks in our kitchenettes and lounges.
• Collaborative culture: We believe that the power of teamwork and social connection enables us to achieve exceptional results. Working in international teams, we strive toward the company’s goals together, sharing experiences and celebrating our joint successes.
• Rewards and recognition: Rewards on work anniversary occasions and values-based behavior, days off during your birthday, and holiday gifts are included. Team-building events, various initiatives, and like-minded clubs. Access to exclusive discounts from our partners
• Base monthly salary: from €3000 to €3450 (before tax). The specific salary offered will depend on the candidate‘s experience, competencies displayed and suitability to the position's requirements.