Paweł Sobczyk
Marki,14
Summary
Dedicated Legal Counsel with over 10 years of experience in corporate law, commercial law, and regulatory compliance, including 5+ years in senior roles within state institutions and private entities. Qualified Legal Counsel (Regional Bar Association, 2015) with extensive expertise in drafting and negotiating complex contracts, managing legal risks, and ensuring compliance with GDPR and Polish regulatory frameworks. Proven track record in overseeing large-scale entities (e.g., 160 state-owned companies) and handling court registry (KRS) proceedings. Fluent in English (C1), with demonstrated success in strategic projects (e.g., PLN 6 billion portfolios) and interdisciplinary collaboration. Ready to deliver high-impact legal solutions as a Senior Lawyer.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Counsel – Advisor to Commercial Sector Entities
Own
11.2024 - Current
- Provide expert legal support to companies in defense, construction, and technology sectors, specializing in corporate and commercial law
- Draft, negotiate, and review complex commercial agreements, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards
- Advise on GDPR compliance and legal risk management, developing policies to mitigate risks
- Represent clients in court registry (KRS) proceedings, preparing corporate documentation (e.g., resolutions, filings)
- Lead negotiations with international partners in English (C1), driving strategic business outcomes
Deputy Director, Strategic Projects Department
Ministry of State Assets
06.2022 - 10.2024
- Company Overview: Government ministry responsible for managing state assets and strategic projects
- Provided legal oversight for strategic projects across state-owned enterprises (portfolio value: PLN 6 billion), focusing on corporate governance and commercial law
- Managed legal aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings, including KRS filings and compliance with the Commercial Companies Code
- Collaborated with the Polish Development Fund (PFR) on financial initiatives, drafting legal frameworks and ensuring regulatory adherence
- Conducted legal risk assessments and implemented compliance policies (GDPR, internal regulations) for high-stakes projects
- Government ministry responsible for managing state assets and strategic projects
Director, Supervision Department III
Ministry of State Assets
03.2021 - 06.2022
- Company Overview: Government ministry responsible for managing state assets and strategic projects
- Oversaw legal compliance and corporate governance for 160 state-owned companies, managing KRS-related processes (e.g., registrations, amendments)
- Partnered with PFR to structure investment agreements, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance
- Drafted legal documentation for shareholder meetings and supported restructuring initiatives in defense and production sectors
- Delivered risk management solutions, integrating compliance frameworks across portfolios
- Government ministry responsible for managing state assets and strategic projects
President of the Board, Managing Director
Military Cartographic Works Sp. z o.o.
09.2018 - 03.2021
- Provided legal oversight for operations, ensuring compliance with corporate and commercial law
- Negotiated contracts with international FMCG/retail partners, reducing legal risks by 25%
- Prepared and filed KRS documentation for corporate changes and supervised interdisciplinary teams
Legal Counsel
Office of the Minister of National Defense
09.2016 - 09.2018
- Company Overview: In-House Legal Department of the Ministry of National Defense
- Provided legal and legislative support, advising on civil, business, and labor law matters
- Implemented data protection policies and compliance procedures within the ministry
- Negotiated defense contracts and collaborated with various departments across organizational levels
- Developed innovative legal solutions to support defense policy objectives
- In-House Legal Department of the Ministry of National Defense
Legal Counsel/Legal Trainee
Law Firm
04.2012 - 07.2016
- Drafted and analyzed contracts in commercial and civil transactions for corporate clients
- Advised on data protection and compliance matters
- Represented clients before courts and administrative bodies, maintaining effective client communication
- Developed and implemented new litigation strategies
- Drafted and negotiated contracts for corporate clients, achieving a high success rate in court proceedings
- Handled KRS filings and provided legal support in commercial and civil transactions
Education
Legal Counsel - Legal Training Program
Regional Bar Association of Legal Counsels
01.2015
Law - Full-Time Studies
University of Szczecin
Public Procurement Law -
University of Warsaw
Mergers and Acquisitions -
Warsaw School of Economics
EU Project Administration -
University of Szczecin
Advanced Defense Course -
Academy of War Studies
Certificate in Advanced English - C1 Advanced
Skills
- Legal Proficiency
- Fluent English Communication
- Effective Communication
- Creative Problem Solving
- Legal Analysis
- Experience in Corporate and Commercial Law
- Contract Drafting and Negotiation
- Court Registry (KRS) Proceedings
- GDPR and Compliance
- Legal Risk Management
- Supervision of Large Entities and Projects
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Consent Statement
I consent to the processing of my personal data for the purposes necessary for the recruitment process, in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 (GDPR).
Supervisory Board Memberships
- Member of the Supervisory Board, Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa S.A., 04/01/21, 02/29/24
- Chairman of the Supervisory Board, Fabryka Broni 'Łucznik' Sp. z o.o., 02/01/22, 06/30/24
- Vice-Chairman of the Supervisory Board, Huta Stalowa Wola S.A., 05/01/24, 06/30/24
Timeline
Legal Counsel – Advisor to Commercial Sector Entities
Own
11.2024 - Current
Deputy Director, Strategic Projects Department
Ministry of State Assets
06.2022 - 10.2024
Director, Supervision Department III
Ministry of State Assets
03.2021 - 06.2022
President of the Board, Managing Director
Military Cartographic Works Sp. z o.o.
09.2018 - 03.2021
Legal Counsel
Office of the Minister of National Defense
09.2016 - 09.2018
Legal Counsel/Legal Trainee
Law Firm
04.2012 - 07.2016
Law - Full-Time Studies
University of Szczecin
Public Procurement Law -
University of Warsaw
Mergers and Acquisitions -
Warsaw School of Economics
EU Project Administration -
University of Szczecin
Advanced Defense Course -
Academy of War Studies
Certificate in Advanced English - C1 Advanced
Legal Counsel - Legal Training Program
Regional Bar Association of Legal Counsels
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