Privacy Legal Counsel

Firstminute Capital; Berlin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Mistral AI in Berlin is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to support GDPR compliance strategy, working closely with product and engineering teams to ensure privacy by design and compliance across features. The role involves managing records of processing activities, DPIAs, DPAs, and training, plus advising on privacy topics and staying updated on evolving regulations.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years in law and IT/privacy, a Master in law, and strong analytical and communication skills;

Qualifications

• Master degree in law; bar admission is a plus; experience in fast-growing environments.
• 5–10 years of experience in a law firm or tech company, focusing on IT and privacy law.
• Strong knowledge of privacy regulations and guidance from national authorities and the EDPB.
• Understanding of AI technologies and their applications is essential.
• Solution-oriented with ability to identify compliance issues and develop practical strategies.
• Good project management skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with a business orientation.
• International experience is a plus.
• Adaptable, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support GDPR compliance and draft related documentation.
• Manage records of processing, DPIAs, and internal privacy policies.
• Handle data subject requests and automate GDPR processes.
• Coordinate employee privacy training.
• Negotiate DPAs with providers and customers.
• Monitor privacy regulations and supervisory guidance.
• Advise product teams on privacy implications of new features.
• Answer privacy-related questions and update compliance docs.

Skills

Privacy law

GDPR compliance

IT law

AI knowledge

Project management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

International mindset

Adaptability

Problem solving

Education

Master degree in law

Job description

About Mistral

Mistral provides full-stack AI solutions: from frontier models to developer tools, applications, and compute. We partner with enterprises tackling the hardest problems across high-stakes industries like finance, manufacturing, defense, healthcare, and the public sector, co-creating customized AI systems that they can run on their terms.

We are a dynamic, collaborative team passionate about AI and its potential to transform society. Our diverse workforce thrives in competitive environments and is committed to driving innovation. Our teams are distributed between Europe, North America, Asia and the Middle East. We are creative, low-ego and team-spirited.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Legal Counsel to support Mistral AI’s GDPR compliance strategy by being the product and engineering teams' closest partner and advisor, and drafting compliance documentation.

The legal team currently comprises 15 persons across Paris and Palo Alto, covering a spectrum of competences across regulatory, IP, contracts and corporate.

What You Will Do

Support Mistral AI’s GDPR compliance

• Manage Mistral AI’s compliance documentation (records of processing of personal data, data privacy impact assessments, internal policies, etc.)
• Answer and manage data subject requests; Implement GDPR processes and automation
• Manage employee training on privacy topics
• Negotiate DPAs with Mistral AI’s providers and customers
• Monitor privacy regulations and supervisory authorities guidance or decisions

Advise other teams on privacy topics

• Advise the product team on privacy topics concerning new features
• Answer privacy-related questions from other teams
• Update the compliance documentation accordingly

What We're Looking For

• Background: Master degree in law, a bar admission is a plus, as well as an experience in a fast-growing environment
• Experience: 5 to 10 years of experience in a law firm or in a tech company, in IT law and specifically in privacy law and GDPR compliance
• Knowledge of privacy law: The candidate has a good knowledge of privacy regulations and guidance from national supervisory authorities as well as the EDPB
• Knowledge of Artificial Intelligence: An understanding of artificial intelligence technologies and their applications is essential
• Solution oriented approach: The ideal candidate should be able to identify compliance issues and develop effective strategies to address and resolve them. They should be capable of implementing practical solutions
• Project management: The candidate has good project management skills
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex legal and technical issues related to AI and to identify potential legal risks and solutions is important. Candidates should be detail-oriented and have strong problem-solving skills
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication; Strong ability to present complex legal concepts in a clear and understandable manner. Business oriented
• International mindset: An international experience is a plus
• Adaptability: Given the rapidly evolving nature of AI technologies and the legal landscape surrounding them, candidates should be adaptable and willing to continuously learn and update their skills and knowledge. Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. Proactive, flexible, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Benefits vary by country and may include healthcare coverage, parental leave, retirement plans, relocation support, wellness programs, meal and transportation allowances, and other location-specific perks.

For the most up-to-date details on benefits available in your location, please refer to our Benefits page.

Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to us. You can learn more about how we handle your personal data in our Applicant Privacy Policy.