Legal Counsel - Data Privacy

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.