[Hiring] Associate Counsel (EU/UK Privacy & Commercial Transactions) @Huntress

Role Description

As our first Legal Counsel outside of the US, you will be the architect of our legal strategy across EMEA. In this role, you’ll partner with senior leaders to develop commercial terms and refine and evolve our data privacy program, ensuring we deliver extreme value and build deep trust with international partners and customers.

This role requires a true Warrior Spirit. You will manage the inherent chaos of international expansion with clarity, remaining unshakeable as you build upon the legal framework for our growing footprint.

• Act as the primary legal point of contact for all EMEA Sales and Procurement operations, leading high-impact negotiations for customer and vendor contracts
• Collaborate with senior leadership to design and implement commercial terms that facilitate rapid growth across new international territories
• Take ownership of the EMEA data privacy program, ensuring Huntress remains ahead of evolving regulatory requirements
• Serve as a subject matter expert on privacy and data protection, providing clear, actionable guidance to internal stakeholders
• Evaluate and integrate legal AI tools to drive efficiency in contract workflows and document management
• Partner with the US-based legal team to ensure global alignment while maintaining local compliance and market relevance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial law, specifically focused on contract negotiation and vendor management within the EU
• Substantial experience in data privacy and protection; a CIPP/E certification is highly preferred
• A proven track record of supporting international expansion for a high-growth technology or cybersecurity company
• Hands-on experience using or implementing AI tools to streamline legal operations
• The ability to work independently as a "team of one" while maintaining strong communication with a global leadership team
• Deep intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to solving complex, cross-border legal challenges
• Resilience and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where you are building the playbook as you go

Benefits

• 100% remote work environment - since our founding in 2015
• Generous paid time off policy, including vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Highly competitive and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits plans
• 401(k) with a 5% contribution regardless of employee contribution
• Life and Disability insurance plans
• Stock options for all full-time employees
• One-time $500 reimbursement for building/upgrading home office
• Annual allowance for education and professional development assistance
• $75 USD/month digital reimbursement
• Access to the BetterUp platform for coaching, personal, and professional growth