Legal Counsel

NTT DATA Europe & Latam; Paris; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BeFlex work model

Mentorship program

Global Top Employer recognition

Mental health resources

Job summary

NTT DATA Europe & Latam is seeking a motivated Legal Counsel to support activities across Benelux and France. You will provide pragmatic legal advice on commercial contracts, IT and technology agreements, procurement, and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced, international setting.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of relevant experience, strong drafting and negotiation skills, and fluency in English and French.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Law; qualification to practise law in Belgium or France.
• 3–5 years of relevant legal experience in international or in-house settings.
• Strong experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Solid understanding of procurement, commercial, contract and technology-related law.
• Ability to translate legal risks into pragmatic, business-oriented advice.
• Excellent command of English and French, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft and negotiate commercial agreements including IT/technology services, MSAs, SOWs and NDAs.
• Provide legal support for tenders, RFPs and procurement processes.
• Support corporate governance and day-to-day corporate questions for regional entities.
• Assist with litigation management and dispute follow-up as needed.
• Support compliance processes and risk reporting for the region.
• Provide day-to-day legal guidance in an international, fast-paced environment.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Stakeholder management

English & French

Education

Master’s degree in Law

Bar admission in Belgium or France

Job description

As a global leader in business and technology innovation, we work with top organizations worldwide to deliver solutions that create meaningful impact.

With 190,000+ professionals across 70+ countries, we blend deep expertise with a culture that values learning, curiosity, and collaboration.

We lead transformation and deliver secure, innovative, industry-specific solutions that move businesses forward. Our people drive everything we achieve; they think bold to deliver the outcome while ensuring every voice is heard.

About the Role

NTT DATA is looking for a motivated Legal Counsel to support its activities across Benelux and France. You will provide pragmatic, business-oriented legal support on a broad range of matters, including commercial contracts, IT and technology agreements, procurement, corporate governance, compliance, data protection, intellectual property and litigation support.

You will work closely with business teams, Procurement, Finance and other Legal colleagues across the IBIOL region, supporting contract negotiations, advising on legal and regulatory risks, and helping the business identify practical solutions. The role also offers the opportunity to contribute to the continuous improvement of legal processes and ways of working across the region.

The ideal candidate has approximately 3-5 years of relevant legal experience, strong contract drafting and negotiation skills, and an interest in technology and digital services.

You are pragmatic, proactive and commercially minded, with strong communication skills and the ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively in an international and fast-paced environment.

Your role:

• Commercial & IT contracting: reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, including IT and technology services agreements, consultancy agreements, MSAs, SOWs, NDAs, subcontracting agreements and other customer and supplier contracts.
• Public and private tenders: providing legal support in connection with RFPs and other procurement processes, including reviewing contractual documentation, identifying key legal risks and supporting the business during negotiations.
• Corporate: supporting general corporate housekeeping and governance matters for our entities and branches in the region, including corporate documentation, powers of attorney, signatory matters and other day-to-day corporate legal questions.
• Litigation & claims: assisting with the management and follow-up of ongoing or potential disputes, including coordination with external counsel where necessary.
• Compliance & risk: supporting the various compliance processes and reporting requirements applicable to the region, including matters such as Gifts & Hospitality, conflicts of interest, litigation reporting and other Ethics & Compliance requirements.
• General legal support: assisting the business with the various day-to-day legal questions and documentation that arise in an international IT and consulting environment.

Your profile:

• Master's degree in Law from a recognised university; qualification to practise law in Belgium or France.
• Approximately 3-5 years of relevant legal experience, ideally gained in an international law firm, in-house legal department, or a combination of both.
• Strong experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Good understanding of procurement, commercial law, contract law and technology-related legal matters.
• Ability to identify and assess legal and contractual risks and translate them into clear, pragmatic and business-oriented advice.
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to work effectively with business, procurement, finance and other internal functions.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and operate effectively in an international and fast-paced environment.
• Excellent command of English and French, both written and spoken.

A collaborative and supportive culture

We foster an environment where curiosity, innovation, engagement, and teamwork are celebrated. Our peoplefirst philosophy is one of the core reasons we continue to be recognized globally.

Access a structured training path, ongoing learning resources, annual performance reviews, and a dedicated mentorship program - all designed to help you grow professionally and take on new challenges.

Work-life balance supported by our BeFlex policy

As a company, we embrace a BeFlex approach that empowers our people with a level of flexibility in how they manage their workday.

We are proudly certified as a Global Top Employer acknowledging our commitment to being a place where people can grow and thrive.

Your mental wellbeing matters. Employees have access to certified psychologists and online mental health workshops.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, regardless of gender, nationality, sexual orientation, disability, age, or background. Inclusion is part of who we are and how we work.

Upon receiving an interview, you may request accommodation for any accessibility needs.

Benefits at NTT DATA France:

• Monthly reimbursement of transportation costs
• Sustainable mobility allowance
• Medical & life insurance partially covered