General Legal Counsel

Selby Jennings; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm is seeking a General Legal Counsel to support a fast-growing company in Berlin or Munich. The ideal candidate is a fully qualified German lawyer with over 5 years of experience in international law. Key responsibilities include advising on legal matters, managing compliance efforts, and shaping legal strategies in a dynamic environment. Fluency in German and English is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of legal experience, ideally in international law firms or multinational in-house teams.
• Experience as General Legal Counsel in a startup or fast-growth environment is a strong plus.
• Interest in publishing, advertising, IT contracts, and data protection law.

Responsibilities

• Advise cross-functional teams on a wide range of legal topics.
• Partner with top management to assess legal risks.
• Own the contract lifecycle: drafting, reviewing, and managing agreements.
• Lead compliance efforts across EU and US jurisdictions.

Skills

Fluent in German

Fluent in English

Strong business acumen

Independent work style

Education

Fully Qualified German Lawyer

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Selby Jennings

We are currently supporting one of our clients, a fast-growing and innovative company within the advertising and entertainment sector in their search for a General Legal Counsel to join their dynamic team in either Berlin or Munich

This organization is redefining how audiences engage with digital content, blending creativity with cutting-edge technology. With a global footprint and a strong presence in Germany, they are scaling rapidly and offer an exciting opportunity for a legal professional who thrives in fast-paced, international environments.

As Legal Counsel, you'll play a pivotal role in guiding the business through a wide range of legal matters, working closely with senior leadership and helping shape the legal strategy of a company that's not just growing fast but growing smart.

What You'll Do

General Legal Counsel - Advertising & Entertainment Sector (Berlin OR Munich)

We are currently supporting one of our clients, a fast-growing and innovative company within the advertising and entertainment sector in their search for a General Legal Counsel to join their dynamic team in either Berlin or Munich

This organization is redefining how audiences engage with digital content, blending creativity with cutting-edge technology. With a global footprint and a strong presence in Germany, they are scaling rapidly and offer an exciting opportunity for a legal professional who thrives in fast-paced, international environments.

As Legal Counsel, you'll play a pivotal role in guiding the business through a wide range of legal matters, working closely with senior leadership and helping shape the legal strategy of a company that's not just growing fast but growing smart.

What You'll Do

• Advise cross-functional teams on a wide range of legal topics, enabling the business to move fast and responsibly
• Partner with top management to assess legal risks and provide sound, business-oriented solutions
• Own the contract lifecycle: drafting, reviewing, and managing agreements with internal and external stakeholders
• Lead compliance efforts across EU and US jurisdictions, including data protection and internal governance
• Build and evolve scalable legal frameworks, templates, and processes
• Stay ahead of legal developments and translate them into actionable insights for the business
  
  

What We're Looking For

• Fully Qualified German Lawyer (First and Second German State Examinations).
• 5+ years of legal experience, ideally in international law firms or multinational in-house teams
• Experience as General Legal Counsel in a startup or fast-growth environment is a strong plus
• Fluent in German and English
• Independent, proactive work style with strong business acumen
• Interest or background in publishing, advertising, IT contracts, and data protection law
• Bonus: Knowledge of corporate law, governance, and tax matters
  
  

Ready to Make Your Mark?

Join a company that's redefining entertainment and loyalty through innovation and fairness. If you're passionate about law, technology, and making a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch with Alberto at

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Entertainment Providers

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