Legal Counsel – Tech, Digital & Innovation (F/M/X)

RAFFLES; Issy-les-Moulineaux; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Join a leading hospitality group as a Legal Counsel, supporting digital transformation initiatives and engaging in contract negotiations. This role offers the chance to work with innovative technologies in an international context, fostering a collaborative environment while ensuring the legal framework is robust.

Prestations

Work-life balance

Employee benefits including health insurance and meal vouchers

Ongoing training and career development

Multicultural work environment

Qualifications

• 6-8 years in corporate or international law firm.
• Experience with IT, cybersecurity, data protection, and emerging technologies.
• Fluent in English, strong drafting and negotiation skills.

Responsabilités

• Support digitalization projects and contract negotiations.
• Draft and update contract templates in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Promote the use of digital tools and provide training.

Connaissances

Agility

Adaptability

Critical Thinking

Leadership

Communication

Business Acumen

Organizational Skills

Negotiation

Technical Savviness

Formation

Master of Law degree

Description du poste

Company Description

Join the Accor Group, a global leader in hospitality present in 110 countries, and embark on a unique professional adventure at the heart of an international network.
With over 5,000 talents engaged across the group, we place people and excellence at the core of everything we do.
Together, let’s shape the future of hospitality and proudly uphold the values of a committed and passionate group.

Job Description

The Legal Counsel works at Accor’s headquarters in the Paris Suburban Area (Issy les Moulineaux). Within a team of 8 lawyers, under the supervision of the Senior Legal Counsel – Tech, the Legal Counsel handles legal issues related to innovative technologies and the digitalization of the Group. The role requires experience in transactional matters such as product development, contract drafting and negotiation, structuring innovation projects, and managing strategic tech partnerships.

The Group is undergoing major changes in its core business applications for both corporate and hotel needs, engaging in negotiations with strategic service providers. Digital transformation is a key ambition, involving the development of digital products, platforms, and assets. The Legal Counsel must be agile, adaptable, and capable of critical thinking, with a holistic approach to commercial issues involving all stakeholders (hotels, service providers, etc.).

Under the supervision of the Senior Legal Counsel – Tech, the responsibilities include:

• Supporting digitalization projects, including AI and platform regulations,
• Supporting deployment of digital and IT solutions through contract negotiations and legal support in relationships with service providers,
• Supporting the deployment of digital strategies and policies,
• Drafting and updating contract templates and processes in collaboration with internal stakeholders,
• Promoting the use of digital tools and templates, including training and presentations.

Any other tasks deemed necessary to protect the Group’s reputation and assets.

Qualifications

• Master of Law degree, preferably with a double cursus
• 6-8 years of experience in a corporate or international law firm setting
• Experience in IT, cybersecurity, data protection, e-commerce, platform regulations, AI, and emerging technologies
• Experience working with internal and external stakeholders in an international environment
• Fluent English
• Leadership skills: agility, adaptability, decision-making, critical thinking
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Ability to simplify and make impactful arguments
• Business acumen
• Organizational skills, project management capabilities
• Knowledge of compliance matters such as anti-corruption, sanctions, vigilance, and antitrust law
• Curiosity and ability to understand sector regulations
• Technologically savvy, good understanding of information systems and advanced technologies

Additional Information

Accor dares to impact:

- the world

• Committed to reducing digital impact on the environment across all projects

- your career

• Supporting work-life balance, tailored career paths, and ongoing training

- specifically, at Accor

• Multicultural, English-speaking environment
• Training programs, Hackathons, partnerships, and certifications

and also

• Employee benefits: stays, volunteering, social activities, mobility support, meal vouchers, health insurance, and collaborative workspaces

Your talent and motivation are our only selection criteria.

We value diversity and adapt to employees' needs, including those with disabilities.
We encourage all applications, regardless of gender, so go ahead and apply!

Recruitment process includes:

• Meeting with our recruitment team
• Interview with the team manager
• Possible assessment (use case, motivation questionnaire)
• Final interview with HR
• Personalized feedback