Junior Legal Counsel
About BYD
Our Purpose is to build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and want to create positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team.
BYD is a leading, high-tech multinational, based in Shenzhen, China. Operates in four core fields of IT, automotive, new energy, and rail transit and employs over 300,000 people worldwide. As a global pioneer in New Energy Solutions BYD is dedicated to building a zero-emission ecosystem.
About BYD Auto Hungary
On 22 December 2023, BYD announced the construction of a new energy vehicle production base in Szeged, Hungary, which will be built in phases. The new production base is planned to adopt globally advanced process equipment and highly automated production processes to create a world-leading new energy vehicle manufacturing base.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Contract Review & Management
Conduct initial legal reviews of various commercial contracts. Assist in maintaining and updating the company’s contract database and standard templates.
2. Legal Research & Project Management
Conduct in-depth research on Hungarian and EU laws to support specific business initiatives. Assist in managing specialized legal projects and supporting project deliverables.
3. Compliance System Construction
Support the development and refinement of the compliance framework for the EU Headquarters and the Szeged factory. Help monitor compliance risks and assist in the internal audit process to ensure adherence to local regulatory requirements.
4. Policy Localization & Implementation
Coordinate with the Shenzhen headquarters to adapt and implement global corporate policies and internal regulations.
5. General Operational Support
Provide daily legal support for factory operations and the Budapest office. Handle other ad hoc legal tasks assigned by the European HQ or the legal management team.
Skills, Qualifications, and Experience Required:
Education: Law Degree; qualified to practice law in Hungary (Bar admission is mandatory).
Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of post-qualification experience, preferably with in a multinational corporation or a top-tier law firm.
Technical Expertise: Strong background in Commercial Law, Compliance and Corporate Governance. Experience in the manufacturing is highly desirable.
Languages: Native/Bilingual in Hungarian; Professional working proficiency in English.
Soft Skills: Exceptional negotiation skills, the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, and a solution-oriented mindset.
What we offer
International work environment;
Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals from around the world.
A supportive and inclusive work culture.
You can use your English language skills on a daily basis.
Opportunities for career growth and development;
Career opportunities in electric vehicles: Be part of the innovative and rapidly growing electric vehicle industry.
Cross-national training: Participate in training sessions across various countries, gaining valuable global insights.
Multilingual training: Enhance your language skills with our comprehensive training programs.
Competitive salary and benefits.
If you align with our mission and have the skills we need, apply to be our Junior Legal Counsel in Hungary today. Join us in our journey towards a sustainable future!

Location: Hungary, Budapest
Type of Employment: Full-time
- Department
- Legal
- Role
- Junior Legal Counsel
- Locations
- Budapest
Budapest
About BYD Europe
As the first overseas subsidiary of BYD group, our main focus is to provide European customers with new energy vehicles, rechargeable batteries, solar panels, energy storage systems and other new energy products, as well as related after-sales services.