Legal Counsel - Privacy & Commercial Law
About the Role
An international technology-driven organization is looking for an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join its legal department. This role will focus on Corporate Law & Privacy, supporting a wide range of internal stakeholders across multiple regions.
The successful candidate will play a key role in advising on global privacy regulations and commercial transactions, particularly in the context of digital products and services. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing legal function within a fast-paced, innovation-focused environment.
Your Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with global privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA)
- Develop and maintain internal privacy policies and frameworks
- Advise on privacy aspects of product development and service delivery
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts (e.g., NDAs, service, licensing)
- Support internal teams with legal guidance across departments
- Collaborate with external counsel on complex legal matters
- Monitor legal developments and promote a culture of compliance
Qualifications
- Fully qualified Lawyer in Germany
- At least 4 years of experience in privacy and corporate law
- Strong understanding of international data protection frameworks
- Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex legal agreements
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Fluent in English; additional European languages are a plus
- Experience in a regulated or technology-driven environment is advantageous
- High level of integrity, attention to detail, and business-oriented mindset
Ready to take the next step in your legal career?
If you're passionate about privacy, thrive in international environments, and want to make a real impact, we would love to hear from you. Apply directly or contact Alberto at
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