Interested in becoming a Head of Legal?
We are working with a high-growth company in Berlin that's looking for a Senior Legal Counsel - but the remit is broader than the title suggests.
This person will shape the legal function, optimise legal processes, and set the strategic direction for legal - while managing a mix of in-house topics (Corporate, Commercial, Regulatory, etc).
If things go well, there's a clear path to becoming Head of Legal.
Tasks
* Design and implement scalable legal processes that support a high-growth environment.
* Review and improve contract templates, policies, and internal workflows.
* Oversee legal matters related to corporate law, labor law, data protection, and regulatory compliance.
* Monitor legal and regulatory developments and advise the business proactively.
* Manage external legal advisors to ensure cost-effective, high-quality legal support.
* Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts, including commercial, partnership, employment, and vendor agreements.
Requirements
* Qualified lawyer (Germany) with 4+ years' post-qualification experience.
* Solid grounding in commercial and corporate law.
* In-house experience preferred - either from a scale-up, or tech-heavy company.
* A hands-on mindset - you’re comfortable working independently and wearing multiple legal hats.
* Clear communicator who can explain legal issues in practical, business-first language.
* Ambitious and pragmatic, with an interest in building in an innovative environment.
* Based in Berlin or willing to relocate.
This is a permanent position - apply today.
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