Responsable Juridique jobs in France

Hungry for challenges? Join a group with innovation at its heart and contribute to the automotive revolution!

OPmobility is a world-leading provider of innovative solutions for a unique, safer and more sustainable mobility experience. Innovation-driven since its creation, the Group develops and produces intelligent exterior systems, customized complex modules, lighting systems, clean energy systems and electrification solutions for all mobility companies. With a €11.4 billion economic revenue in 2023, a global network of 152 plants and 40 R&D centers, OPmobility relies on its 40,300 employees to meet the challenges of transforming mobility.

Our ambition? Provide automakers with cutting-edge equipment and solutions to develop tomorrow’s clean and connected car.

OPmobility is seeking a Legal Counsel – IT & Privacy with at least 5 years of experience, gained both in-house and in a law firm, to support the Group’s (i) IS/IT Purchasing team, (ii) IS/IT and Digital teams from all business groups, (iii) Legal department on IS/IT matters, and (iv) Innovation teams.

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing legal risks, drafting and negotiating complex IT contracts, and advising on regulatory matters related to digital transformation initiatives (AI act, Cyber Resilience Act, TISAX, Data Act, GDPR etc.).

This is a hands‑on, very business‑oriented legal position requiring strong contractual negotiation skills, a bilingual level of English, and a proven appetite for new technologies (e.g. SaaS & AI).

The ability to work in a fast‑paced, multicultural environment and to adapt to both strategic and operational needs is essential.

• Draft, review, and negotiate IT contracts with software vendors, cybersecurity and hardware providers, and IT services suppliers (French and English).
• Manage legal aspects of RFPs: risk analysis, documentation preparation, negotiation, and internal alignment.
• Provide day‑to‑day legal advice to Digital & IS teams on Intellectual Property, Personal Data Protection, Software licensing, SaaS, Outsourcing, AI, Cyber security and related issues.

• Act as a legal business partner, contributing proactively to the development and implementation of the company’s digital and IT strategies.
• Provide clear, pragmatic legal guidance to support business objectives while minimizing risks.

• Support the implementation of legal documentation, internal policies, and templates.
• Conduct legal training sessions in French and English to promote legal awareness across the Digital & IS functions.
• Monitor legal trends and best practices in IT law and digital transformation.
• Recommend updates and improvements to internal legal tools (templates, memos, processes).
• Participate in legal projects and cross‑functional initiatives.

• Master’s degree in IT & Privacy Law or Business Law.

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in IT/Digital Law, ideally with a combination of law firm and in‑house roles.
• Strong background in contract negotiation, particularly with IT service providers.
• For profiles with only an in‑house career, exposure to both client and vendor‑side negotiations is highly preferred.
• Bilingual in English and French (written and spoken) – English fluency is mandatory.
• Proven experience in a multicultural and international working environment.
• Solid understanding of IT project methodologies, and technical aspects.
• High level of adaptability, strong communication skills, team spirit, and integrity.
• Strategic thinker with a hands‑on mindset and strong business acumen.

If you're looking for a challenging role where you can combine legal expertise with cutting‑edge digital projects in a global industrial group, OPmobility offers a dynamic and collaborative environment to grow your career.

As a responsible company, OPmobility pays particular attention to diversity and equality within its teams and the Group commits to treat all job applications equally.