Legal Counsel - Data Privacy

Legal Counsel - Data Privacy Location: Düsseldorf Our client is a well-established, pan-European business with an international customer base. They are looking for a Legal Counsel to join their data privacy function, supporting the business in navigating a broad range of data protection and regulatory matters. Key Responsibilities: Review and negotiate data privacy-related contracts with domestic and international third-party providers. Act as a trusted adviser to technical and commercial teams on day-to-day data protection questions, including lawful bases for processing, cross-border data transfers, and privacy impact assessments. Monitor developments in data regulation and technology, helping the business stay ahead of emerging compliance requirements. Partner with business units to identify and manage data-related risks, ensuring appropriate measures are put in place and followed through. Manage relationships with external legal advisers and coordinate support where needed. Your Profile: Qualified lawyer or legal professional with solid, relevant experience in a commercial setting. A working knowledge of data protection law, gained through either in-house or private practice. Additional certification in privacy law is a plus but not essential. Curious and motivated to develop knowledge across emerging areas of data and technology regulation. Commercially minded with the ability to simplify complex issues and translate them into practical outcomes. Fluent in both English and German, written and spoken. Comfortable with occasional travel as part of the role.

Commercial Lawyer Location: Cologne Our client is seeking an experienced Commercial Lawyer to join its in-house legal team. You will provide expert contract and commercial law advice across sales, purchasing, retail, and product functions, supporting both domestic and international operations. Key Responsibilities: Advise internal teams on contract and commercial law matters, delivering clear and practical guidance. Review, draft, and negotiate national and international contracts, agreements, T&Cs, and contract templates in German and English. Coordinate external and international law firms on global projects and product compliance matters. Support litigation proceedings domestically and internationally. Develop and deliver legal training and seminar materials for non-legal colleagues. Requirements: Fully qualified lawyer (German: zweites Staatsexamen) with above-average exam results. Several years of relevant experience in an international law firm or in-house legal team. Strong contract drafting, review, and negotiation skills, including complex distribution, purchasing, lease, and project agreements. Sound knowledge of distribution and antitrust law. Fluent German and business-level English; additional languages an advantage. Practical, hands-on approach with the ability to communicate legal matters clearly to non-lawyers. What's on Offer: In-house role within a globally recognised, market-leading brand. Exposure to high-value, cross-border legal work. Collaborative and international working environment. Opportunity for longer-term engagement based on mutual fit and performance.

Legal Counsel - Data Protection Location: Dusseldorf A role that inspires you Join a growing international organisation in the smart technology sector as Legal Counsel - Data Protection & Commercial. In this role, you will lead data protection matters in Germany while advising on commercial, regulatory, and employment law topics within a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Act as the primary contact for data protection matters in Germany. Advise business units on GDPR compliance and group-wide privacy standards. Conduct DPIAs and oversee the local data protection management framework. Draft and negotiate contracts with a focus on data protection and international transfers. Manage data breaches, investigations, and regulatory notifications. Deliver training and provide regular reporting on privacy topics. Advise on general civil and commercial law matters, including B2B/B2C contracts and terms & conditions. Support compliance with AI regulation requirements (AI Act). Manage civil litigation and coordinate external counsel. Advise on employment law matters. Your Profile: Fully qualified lawyer, Diplomjurist, or Business Lawyer. Minimum 3 years’ experience with a strong focus on data protection law (GDPR). Experience in corporate or advisory environments, ideally with international exposure. Pragmatic, structured, and commercially minded working style. Strong communication skills and high sense of responsibility. Business-fluent German and English skills. What’s on Offer? A broad in-house legal role combining privacy, commercial, and employment law. Flexible hybrid working model. Attractive benefits and development opportunities in a growing organisation. Modern working culture with strong team spirit.

Senior Legal Counsel Location: Düsseldorf A role that inspires you Join an internationally active organisation in the mobility and digital services sector as Senior Legal Counsel. In this role, you will advise group companies and business units on a wide range of commercial matters, supporting growth initiatives, digital product development, and large-scale customer relationships within a dynamic European environment. Key Responsibilities: Act as a legal contact for group companies and business units, particularly in Sales, Energy, Toll, and Procurement. Review and negotiate procurement contracts, with a focus on IT and digital products. Advise Sales teams on commercial agreements, including large-scale customer contracts and software-related matters. Develop legally sound structuring solutions for new digital products and business models. Support cross-functional and group-wide projects from a legal perspective. Manage legal matters independently with full ownership and accountability. Your Profile: Fully qualified lawyer with both German State Examinations. Professional experience in commercial, procurement, or sales law, either in private practice or in-house. Solid knowledge of IT law and an interest in digital business models. Strong analytical and solution-oriented mindset with commercial awareness. Confident communicator with negotiation skills and assertiveness. Highly organised, proactive, and able to work independently. Business-fluent German and English skills; additional languages are an advantage. What’s on Offer? A broad commercial in-house role with exposure to digital and international business topics. Flexible hybrid working model with modern office facilities. Close collaboration with diverse business units in a dynamic environment. Long-term development opportunities within a growing European organisation.