Senior Legal Counsel

Senior Legal Counsel The Opportunity If you've spent your career fitting into legal frameworks someone else built, here's a role where you build the framework instead. Our client is a fast-growing international technology company, scaling its product platform across Europe. As the German business grows, it needs a dedicated legal presence, and that's where you come in. You'll work directly with the Group General Counsel and decide what "legal" looks like here, from policy to process to precedent.  The Role Build the legal framework for the German entity from the ground up, aligned with group-level standards. Create internal policies, templates and approval workflows that speed up decisions and reduce risk across the business. Lead German employment law as headcount grows, including setting up the works council and managing co-determination duties. Own regulatory compliance across the relevant EU and German frameworks, bringing in outside specialists where you need them. Track export control and trade compliance requirements as the company enters new markets. Manage IP across patents, trademarks, copyright and licensing. Support investment rounds, cross-border structuring, due diligence and intercompany setups alongside the finance team. Act as the main point of contact for regulators, notaries and other authorities, in Germany and beyond. Advise leadership on the legal and risk implications of operational decisions, before they become problems. The Company Our client is a fast-growing, international hardware technology business, scaling a product platform across multiple European markets. Germany is central to that growth, and this role brings dedicated legal support into the country. You'll report directly to the Group General Counsel, with real scope to shape policy and process from day one, rather than work within a structure someone else has already set. As the business expands into new markets and product lines, your role will expand with it, from employment law and compliance through to IP, investment support and cross-border structuring. What You'll Need Seven or more years in legal or corporate law, with strong German corporate and commercial practice. Background working with regulated physical products, in certification, safety or manufacturing environments such as automotive, industrial machinery, hardware or medical technology. Working knowledge of EU regulatory frameworks relevant to hardware, AI and connected products. Fluent German and strong English. How to Apply Interested? Your CV doesn't need to be up to date. Send what you have, or just give us a call.

Legal Counsel  The Opportunity If you're ready to move beyond legal admin and start shaping how a business operates, this is worth a look. You'll join an internationally operating, fast-growing company and work directly with the Head of Legal to build the legal function from the ground up, rather than maintaining what's already there. The Role Work closely with the Head of Legal, supporting multiple business units Draft, review and negotiate national and international contracts, including commercial partnership agreements Develop and refine terms and conditions and legally compliant contract templates Advise internal stakeholders across a broad range of legal matters Help build and strengthen legal structures across the German business The Company Our client is a fast-growing, internationally operating business currently expanding its footprint in the German market. As the legal function grows, you'll have real influence over how it's structured, with the autonomy to shape processes rather than inherit them. What You'll Need Business law degree (LL.M.) or completion of the first or second state examination Strong experience in German and European commercial private law (BGB, HGB) Fluent German and English How to Apply Your CV doesn't need to be up to date. Send what you have, or just give us a call.

Senior Legal Counsel International Location: Frankfurt am Main An international consumer and retail brand is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel International to support its global legal function. This role offers broad exposure to cross-border commercial, compliance, IP and ESG matters within a fast-paced international business environment. Key Responsibilities: Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial and retail-related agreements. Support international business operations across e-commerce, retail and distribution activities. Advise on advertising, consumer protection and data privacy matters. Support ESG, supply chain and regulatory compliance initiatives. Coordinate trademark and brand protection matters with internal and external stakeholders. Manage external counsel and support cross-border legal projects. Develop legal templates, policies and internal guidance materials. Your Profile: Fully qualified lawyer with relevant post-qualification experience gained within an international law firm or in-house environment. Strong background in commercial, retail or consumer-related legal matters. Experience with data privacy, compliance and contract negotiations. International mindset with strong stakeholder management skills. Pragmatic and business-oriented approach. Fluent German and English language skills; additional languages would be advantageous. What’s on Offer? International and dynamic working environment. Broad range of cross-border legal topics and projects. Collaborative and modern company culture. Opportunity to work closely with international business stakeholders. Long-term career and development opportunities.

Senior Legal Counsel  A fast-growing international company is seeking a skilled Legal Counsel to manage diverse legal matters across commercial, corporate, and intellectual property law. This role involves close collaboration with top management, providing legal expertise to support strategic decisions and market growth. Key Responsibilities: Provide guidance on commercial, corporate, and IP law, supporting management on key legal matters. Draft and negotiate complex contracts in sales, marketing, and international cooperation agreements. Ensure marketing activities comply with national and international advertising laws. Represent the company in legal proceedings, focusing on competition and civil law. Support legal aspects of product launches across Europe and international markets. Serve as the legal point of contact for various departments and manage special legal projects. Collaborate with stakeholders and present legal strategies to top management. Your Profile: Fully qualified lawyer with two above-average state exams. Several years of experience as a lawyer or in-house legal counsel. Expertise in commercial and corporate law, IP law, competition law, or medical law in national and international contexts. Strong advisory skills, acting as a trusted partner for internal teams and external consultants. High reliability, resilience, and excellent communication skills. Proactive, solution-oriented, and eager to contribute to innovative projects. Business-fluent in German and English (C1 level or higher).