Legal Counsel E-Commerce (m/w/d)

Legal Counsel E-Commerce (m/w/d)

Apply: Remote, Hybrid, Gütersloh | Full-time | Posted 4 days ago | Requisition ID: R715

About Miele

What does it take for a family-run company to become a world market leader in the premium domestic appliance segment? It takes more than offering average products or run-of-the-mill service. It requires the aspiration to continually improve and to be forever better. This commitment fosters a positive working environment and contributes to the success of our products. Our colleagues can rest assured that those who uphold our standards of quality and professionalism grow both personally and professionally, whether they are apprentices or managers.

Join us in Gütersloh, Melbourne, Singapore, or anywhere around the world! Be part of over 23,000 Miele employees across 50 countries dedicated to making our products better every day and expanding our leadership in innovation.

About Your Workplace

The Legal & Compliance department, with 25 team members, advises operational areas, central functions, and Miele Group companies, including executive management, on all legal matters, acting as a true business partner. We are currently expanding our "Data Privacy & IT" team to support growth. This team handles legal issues related to digital transformation, including evaluating digital business models, implementing new technologies like AI, and advising on regulatory frameworks.

Your Responsibilities

• Independent legal advice on all eCommerce-related topics, especially contract law, consumer law, data protection, and IT law
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating national and international contracts
• Legal support for Digital Commerce and online business, collaborating with Marketing, IT, Product Management, and Sales teams
• Monitoring regulatory developments in eCommerce and providing actionable recommendations
• Legal consulting for departments and management, working closely with our offices in Amsterdam and Gütersloh, and other stakeholders

Our Requirements

• Degree in Law with successful first and second state exams
• Relevant experience in an international company or a business law firm
• Proven expertise in eCommerce and IT law
• Solution-oriented, pragmatic approach combined with entrepreneurial thinking
• Strong communication skills in German and English; willingness to travel occasionally

Benefits

• 35-hour workweek for a healthy work-life balance
• Opportunities for professional and personal development
• Company health insurance with Miele BKK
• Employee discounts on a wide range of products and services

Contact

Ms. Jana Gossen

Talent Acquisition

Miele & Cie. KG - Gütersloh

Email: recruiting-operations@miele.de

For over 125 years, Miele has been a family-owned company committed to a good working environment and continuous improvement. We value our employees' expertise, ambition, and forward-thinking, fostering a culture of innovation across our 50 locations worldwide.