Legal Counsel – Paris, France (Temporary contract 6-9 months - maternity cover)

TN France; Paris; Sur place; EUR 60 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

An established industry player is seeking a Legal Counsel to support its operations in France, Benelux, and LATAM. This temporary role focuses on managing complex legal transactions, drafting and negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with regulations such as GDPR. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial law, particularly in the software industry, and will be adept at balancing legal and business priorities in a dynamic environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a global team while navigating the complexities of international law.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years PQE in software/cloud/SaaS, preferably in an international environment.
• Fluent in French and English; other languages are a plus.

Responsabilités

• Support Senior Legal Counsel for the region and manage relationships.
• Draft, review, and negotiate IT-related contracts.

Connaissances

Commercial Contracts

Data Protection

Regulatory Compliance

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Formation

French-qualified Lawyer

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Legal Counsel – Paris, France (Temporary contract 6-9 months - maternity cover), Paris

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Client:

IFS

Location:

Paris, France

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

221489741369

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Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

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Job Description:

Job Description

We are seeking a Legal Counsel to support the France, Benelux and LATAM regions. Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting Senior Legal Counsel for the region
• Providing legal counsel on complex transactions and managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating IT-related contracts, including software/cloud agreements, professional services, partnerships, and NDAs.
• Collaborating with internal teams such as Deal Desk, Revenue Recognition, and external counsel.
• Manage litigations and pre-litigations with the support of outside counsels.
• Overseeing compliance matters related to anti-corruption, data privacy (GDPR), and export controls.

Qualifications

• French-qualified lawyer with 3-5 years PQE in software/cloud/SaaS, preferably in an international environment.
• High standards of ethics, integrity, and professionalism.
• Strong experience in commercial contracts, data protection, and regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with the Software industry.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to balance legal and business priorities in a dynamic, global environment.
• Fluent in French and English; other languages like Dutch, Spanish, or Portuguese are a plus.
• Ability to work in a complex, international environment.