Legal Counsel with German (1-Year Fixed-Term) - M/W/X

Veepee; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Language learning platform

Intensive workday on Friday

Health Insurance

27 days

Job summary

Veepee, a pioneer of online flash sales, seeks a sole Legal Counsel for Germany and Austria to own all legal, commercial, and regulatory risks for the region. Reporting to the General Counsel International, you will draft and negotiate key B2B contracts and ensure compliance across GPSR, consumer protection, and advertising rules.

You will advise leadership, monitor laws, manage disputes, and lead staff training, balancing risk with growth in a fast-paced European ecommerce environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Law with focus on consumer/commercial law.
• Minimum 5 years in a reputable law firm or corporate legal dept.
• Strong drafting and risk assessment capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead legal risks for Germany and Austria, advising regional leadership.
• Draft and negotiate B2B commercial agreements (product, brandsplace, travel, media).
• Ensure compliance with GPSR, pricing transparency, consumer protection.
• Oversee drafting, reviewing, and negotiation of contracts reflecting objectives.
• Monitor regulatory changes and advise on compliance adaptations.
• Manage disputes and coordinate with external counsel when needed.
• Educate staff on key legal developments, policies and best practices.
• Serve as business partner and trusted advisor to enable growth.

Skills

German language

English language

Drafting skills

Problem solving

Autonomous

Adaptable

Team player

Education

Master’s in Law (Staatsexamen)

Consumer & Commercial Law focus

Job description

Pioneer of online flash sales since 2001 and key player in European e-commerce, Veepee collaborates with over 7,000 brands to offer highly discounted products available for a limited time. Operating across various sectors, including fashion, home, wine, travel or beauty... Veepee achieved a turnover of 3.3 billion euros incl. VAT in 2024 and employs 5,000 staff members across 10 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION

As the sole Legal Counsel for Germany and Austria and reporting to the General Counsel International, you will own all legal, commercial, and regulatory risks for the region (excluding tax and labor). Advising the German Country Manager and local leadership, you will draft and negotiate B2B commercial agreements (mainly product purchase, brandsplace, travel, and media), ensure compliance with e-commerce regulations (GPSR, pricing transparency/PAnDV, consumer protection), and handle local litigation. Operating in a fast-paced environment, you will balance risk mitigation with business execution to drive Veepee's regional growth safely.

TASKS

• Lead and manage all legal aspects of Veepee’s operations in Germany and, secondarily, B2C operations in Austria.
• Identify and assess legal risks associated with business transactions, keeping senior management and the German Country Manager informed of legal developments.
• Provide legal advice on all areas of law (except tax and labor) that affect the business, including commercial contracts, consumer, advertising, and digital law, competition and distribution law, regulatory compliance, drafting legal documents, addressing claims/legal procedures, and IP/IT and e-commerce issues.
• Evaluate business activities continuously to identify potential legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them effectively.
• Oversee the drafting, reviewing, and negotiation of a wide range of commercial contracts, ensuring terms reflect strategic objectives and comply with legal standards.
• Monitor changes in laws and regulations relevant to the e-commerce and technology sectors, advising on needed adaptations for compliance.
• Manage and resolve disputes involving the company, providing strategic advice and solutions that align with business interests and legal compliance.
• Lead initiatives to educate and train staff on relevant legal developments, policies, and best practices.
• Ensure all legal documents, including contracts, memoranda, and communications, are accurately drafted to protect company interests.
• Represent the company in legal proceedings or coordinate with external legal firms when necessary to manage legal disputes and litigation.
• Support Finance on the corporate housekeeping of the German entities.
• Serve as a business partner and trusted advisor, facilitating the company's goals through sound legal guidance.

MUST HAVE SKILLS

• Education: Master’s degree in Law from a recognized German University or equivalent degree (Staatsexamen) with a focus/specialization in consumer and/or commercial law.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in a reputable law firm and/or a dynamic corporate legal department, ideally in e-commerce, retail, or FMCG sectors. Proven track record in negotiating and finalizing contracts to support sales teams.
• Technical & Professional Skills: Strong grasp of business operations and associated risks; problem-solver balancing regulatory requirements with business objectives; exceptional drafting skills.
• Behavioral Skills: Autonomous, adaptable, proactive, results-driven, service-oriented, with strong problem-solving skills, flexibility in dynamic environments, and ability to manage multiple tasks and tight deadlines with attention to detail. Excellent team worker and collaborative approach.
• Languages: Fluent in German and English.

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS

• Working knowledge of Spanish and/or French.

BENEFITS

• Hybrid work model with the possibility of smartworking 2 days a week
• Online language learning Platform
• Intensive workday on Friday
• Health Insurance
• Holidays: 27 days

TEAM, WHO ARE WE?

• Purpose of the position: Serve as a business partner and trusted advisor to facilitate Veepee's goals through sound legal guidance and risk management across the region.
• Manager / Leadership: Reporting to the General Counsel International and advising the German Country Manager and local leadership.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

1. 30-minute HR Screen with a Talent Acquisition Partner
2. Business & Technical Interview with local Team
3. Interview with the Hiring Manager

We are convinced that it is up to you to define the way you work, to develop yourself and to progress. At Veepee we guarantee that you can just be yourself!

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