Philipp Wolff
About Philipp Wolff
Philipp Wolff is the Head of Legal Regions at SSI SCHÄFER, where he has worked since 2021. He has over 15 years of experience in business, corporate, and contract law, and is fluent in five languages.
Work at SSI SCHÄFER
Philipp Wolff has been serving as Head of Legal Regions at SSI SCHÄFER since 2021. In this role, he oversees legal matters across various regions, ensuring compliance with local regulations and corporate governance. His responsibilities include managing legal risks and providing strategic legal advice to support the company's operations. Prior to this position, he worked as Legal Counsel at SSI SCHÄFER starting in 2020, where he focused on legal issues relevant to the company's business activities.
Previous Legal Experience
Before joining SSI SCHÄFER, Philipp Wolff held several legal positions in various organizations. He worked as In-House Counsel at Companhia Financeira Otto from 2008 to 2011 in the Rio de Janeiro Area, Brazil. He then served as Legal Manager at MAN Diesel & Turbo from 2011 to 2016, followed by a role as Senior Legal Manager at MAN Energy Solutions from 2016 to 2020. His early career included positions at Dannemann, Siemsen, Bigler & Ipanema Moreira and Veirano Advogados, where he gained substantial experience in corporate law.
Education and Expertise
Philipp Wolff holds an LL.M and an MBA from Ibmec, where he studied from 2004 to 2012. He also completed his legal studies at The University of Bonn, achieving the 1. Staatsexamen/Diploma and the 2. Staatsexamen (German Bar Examination) between 1996 and 2002. Additionally, he studied at Fundação Getulio Vargas and Université François Rabelais de Tours. His expertise includes Business, Corporate and Contract Law, M&A, Labor Law, and Compliance, making him well-equipped for his roles in the legal field.
Language Proficiency
Philipp Wolff is fluent in five languages: German, English, Portuguese, Spanish, and French. This multilingual ability enhances his effectiveness in international legal contexts and facilitates communication across diverse teams and stakeholders. His language skills are particularly valuable in his roles within multinational companies and in regions with varied linguistic backgrounds.
Bar Admissions and Professional Affiliations
Philipp Wolff is fully admitted to both the German and Brazilian Bar Associations. This dual admission allows him to practice law in both jurisdictions, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of legal systems in Europe and South America. His extensive experience in the Oil & Gas and engineering industries, combined with his law firm background, contributes to his professional credibility in the legal community.