Role Description
Senior Legal Counsel β Central Europe & International Operations (Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Italy & Rest of World except APAC)
Location: Germany - REMOTE but office in Munich
Travel: Occasional within Europe
Reporting to the Global Team Lead Operations General, you will be the primary legal support for CE&I, acting as a trusted advisor to the business.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage disputes and litigation within the region.
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Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements across multiple business lines and models (License, SaaS, Leasing, One-time sales), including complex, high-value software license agreements, services agreements, reseller and partnership agreements, subcontracting agreements, and NDAs.
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Provide day-to-day legal support to Sales and operational teams, as well as HR, Finance, and other departments.
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Deliver legal monitoring and internal training for commercial and operational teams.
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Implement and develop company policies and procedures at regional level, ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
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Support regional M&A projects and participate in global initiatives, collaborating with legal teams across regions.
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Complete timely management reporting on deals, budgets, and litigation activities.
Qualifications
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Legal Qualification: Preferably in Germany; dual qualification is a plus.
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Experience: 7β10 years as in-house counsel in an international IT company or corporate law firm.
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Expertise:
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Strong knowledge of commercial contracts and negotiation skills with a βwin-winβ approach.
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Proven experience in multi-jurisdictional matters, corporate governance, and IP law.
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Excellent drafting and analytical skills with a pragmatic mindset.
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Soft Skills: Autonomous, proactive, resilient, and calm under pressure. Strong business acumen and entrepreneurial spirit.
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Languages: Fluent in German (native preferred) and English; Italian or Spanish is a plus.
Benefits
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Flexible Work: Embrace a hybrid work model blending office and remote setup for a balanced lifestyle.
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Endless Learning: Access global opportunities for growth through our 24/7 online learning platform.
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Inclusive Community: Join our Empowered Communities and engage in our Philanthropy program.
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Comprehensive Rewards: Enjoy competitive Total Rewards covering wellness, work/life balance, and more, including a generous referral scheme.
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Caring for Wellbeing: Access our complimentary employee assistance program for mental health support.