Head of Legal

Jobgether; Netherlands; Remote; EUR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Vacation 28 days

Wellness days 7

Referral bonus up to $5,000

Training allowance 50%

Language learning discounts

Health insurance support $1,000

Home office reimbursement

Internal rewards program

Job summary

Jobgether is seeking a Head of Legal to lead the organization’s legal strategy across multiple jurisdictions. This senior role oversees corporate, commercial, regulatory, and IP matters while enabling scalable growth in a fast-changing digital business with global reach.

The Head of Legal will coordinate with external counsel, drive governance frameworks, and ensure compliance, with a strong emphasis on strategic alignment and international structuring.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in CLO/VP Legal roles within international or multi-jurisdictional organizations.
• Strong expertise across corporate, contract, employment, IP and business law.
• Experience in regulatory compliance and legal risk management in complex, fast-scaling environments.
• Ability to manage litigation and coordinate with external counsel.
• Strategic thinking aligned with business objectives.
• Governance, international structuring and legal operations management.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the global legal strategy aligned with business objectives, ensuring proactive risk mitigation across operations.
• Oversee compliance with laws and regulations across multiple jurisdictions, updating governance frameworks.
• Manage legal risk across contracts, employment, litigation, corporate structures and other key areas.
• Develop and implement IP protection strategies (trademarks, copyrights, patents, trade secrets).
• Support corporate structuring and expansion with appropriate safeguards.
• Oversee financial reporting compliance from a legal perspective, coordinate audits.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external counsel for disputes and complex matters.

Skills

Leadership

CLO/VP Legal

Corporate law

Contracts law

Employment law

IP law

Regulatory compliance

Litigation coordination

Strategic thinking

Corporate governance

Legal operations

English proficiency

Russian language

Legal tech tools

ERP systems

Data analytics tools

Tools

ERP systems

Data analytics tools

Job description

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jobs Verified: 5 Jun 2026 Netherlands (Remote with global flexibility)

Head of Legal

Organising Institution / Firm

Jobgether

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Netherlands (Remote with global flexibility)

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5+ years of experience in a Chief Legal Officer or VP Legal role within international or multi-jurisdictional organizations; Strong expertise across corporate, contract, employment, intellectual property, and business law; Proven experience in regulatory compliance and legal risk management in complex, fast-scaling environments; Ability to manage litigation processes and coordinate effectively with external legal counsel; Strong strategic thinking; Experience in corporate governance, international structuring, and legal operations management; High level of English proficiency (C1+); Fluency in Russian considered a strong advantage; Familiarity with legal tech tools, ERP systems, and data-driven decision-making environments is a plus.

Jobs

Full Opportunity Brief

Title: Head of Legal
Category: Jobs
Organiser: Jobgether
About the Role: This is a senior leadership role within a fast-scaling international digital business operating at the intersection of technology, social discovery, and global online platforms. The Head of Legal will be responsible for defining and executing the overall legal strategy across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring the organization operates in full compliance while enabling sustainable growth. The role combines strategic advisory responsibilities with hands-on legal oversight across corporate, commercial, regulatory, and intellectual property matters.
Location: Netherlands (Remote with global flexibility)
Eligibility:

• 5+ years of experience in a Chief Legal Officer or VP Legal role within international or multi-jurisdictional organizations.
• Strong expertise across corporate, contract, employment, intellectual property, and business law.
• Proven experience in regulatory compliance and legal risk management in complex, fast-scaling environments.
• Ability to manage litigation processes and coordinate effectively with external legal counsel.
• Strong strategic thinking with the ability to align legal frameworks with business objectives.
• Experience in corporate governance, international structuring, and legal operations management.
• High level of English proficiency (C1+), with additional fluency in Russian considered a strong advantage.
• Familiarity with legal tech tools, ERP systems, and data-driven decision-making environments is a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and execute the global legal strategy aligned with business objectives, ensuring proactive identification and mitigation of legal risks across operations.
• Oversee compliance with applicable laws and regulations across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring governance frameworks are continuously updated and enforced.
• Manage legal risk across contracts, employment matters, litigation, corporate structures, and other key operational areas.
• Develop and implement intellectual property protection strategies, including trademarks, copyrights, patents, and trade secrets, while monitoring infringement risks.
• Support corporate structuring and expansion, including the creation of new entities with appropriate legal safeguards.
• Oversee financial reporting compliance from a legal perspective, coordinating audits and ensuring regulatory alignment with internal teams.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external counsel to manage disputes, litigation, and complex legal matters effectively.

Benefits:

• Fully remote work opportunity with global flexibility.
• 28 calendar days of annual vacation.
• 7 additional wellness days per year for personal rest and recovery.
• Annual bonuses up to $5,000 for successful employee referrals.
• 50% coverage for professional training, conferences, and industry events.
• Corporate discounts for English language learning.
• Health-related support, including up to $1,000 annual compensation for medical insurance or healthcare expenses.
• Workplace support, including equipment provision or reimbursement for home office setup or co-working spaces.
• Internal gamified rewards system with redeemable bonuses for team recognition and perks.

Seniority Level: General Director (Senior Leadership)
Job Type: Full-time
Job Function: Legal
Industry: Online Marketplace Platform