We are seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel to provide legal expertise in IT and commercial law, supporting complex transactions, contract negotiations, and regulatory compliance. This role requires strong contract drafting, negotiation skills, and strategic legal advisory experience in an international IT services environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Draft, review, and negotiate complex IT contracts, including outsourcing, service, alliance, subcontracting, and licensing agreements.
* Provide legal support for RFP reviews, proposals, and commercial transactions.
* Manage contract compliance, risk mitigation, and internal approvals in line with company policies.
* Serve as a legal advisor for corporate compliance, regulatory tracking, and employment law matters related to IT service agreements.
* Act as a liaison between local offices and global headquarters, ensuring alignment on legal strategies.
* Develop and maintain standard contract templates, adapting them to local legal requirements.
* Educate business stakeholders on local laws, risk management, and legal best practices.
Requirements:
* Qualified German lawyer with 8+ years of legal experience.
* Background in IT law, outsourcing, and commercial transactions, gained in a law firm or as in-house counsel.
* Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and risk assessment skills.
* Experience handling high-value, complex transactions and people transfer scenarios.
* Knowledge of common law principles and other European legal frameworks is a plus.
* Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Willingness to travel within Continental Europe for negotiations and client meetings.
* Experience in employment law related to IT services is preferred.
What We Offer:
* A strategic legal role in a growing company.
* The opportunity to work on high-profile commercial transactions across multiple markets.
* A collaborative and dynamic environment where legal expertise drives business decisions.
* Flexible remote or hybrid working options.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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