Senior Corporate Counsel - Global M&A & Governance (Remote)

Jobgether; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 161,000 - 269,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible time off

Country-specific benefits

International collaboration

Meaningful impact

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Jobgether on behalf of a partner company seeks a Senior Corporate Counsel based in the Netherlands to shape corporate strategy and support a globally distributed technology business. You will lead complex corporate, securities, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and governance matters while advising stakeholders on critical business decisions.

You will oversee international subsidiaries, employee equity programs, strategic investments, and financing transactions, while working across jurisdictions

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in securities law, corporate governance, and legal matters affecting private or late-stage companies.
• Proven experience managing international subsidiaries and handling complex corporate transactions, including financing rounds, M&A, equity transactions, and strategic investments.
• Experience overseeing employee equity programs, stock plans, and related transactions; familiarity with tender offers, fund formations, public offerings, or comparable complex transactions is an advantage.
• Knowledge of intellectual property, software integrations, licensing, and open-source licensing, with an understanding of the legal considerations associated with global technology operations.
• International legal experience and familiarity with cross-border regulatory environments are highly desirable.
• Ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and operate independently in a fast-paced, globally distributed organization.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly and concisely.
• A pragmatic, commercially minded approach to legal work, with a focus on finding efficient solutions and enabling business outcomes rather than relying solely on formal documentation.
• An adaptable, curious, and collaborative mindset, with the confidence to ask questions, learn from mistakes, and work constructively with diverse teams.
• Genuine enthusiasm for open-source principles and the open web, alongside a commitment to making technology accessible and useful to people worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Lead global securities law compliance and provide strategic guidance on corporate governance matters relevant to a late-stage private company.
• Manage the international subsidiary structure, including board meetings, corporate records, entity reorganizations, intercompany agreements, and local compliance requirements.
• Support board governance by preparing agendas and materials, documenting meetings, and maintaining accurate records of corporate decisions and actions.
• Oversee employee equity programs and structure, negotiate, and execute employee stock sale transactions.
• Lead the legal execution of fundraising, M&A, financing, and other strategic transactions, ensuring appropriate risk management and regulatory compliance.
• Manage the investment portfolio and oversee transaction execution for venture capital investments and related activities.
• Develop and implement efficient legal and business processes that enable international operations to scale sustainably.
• Advise cross-functional teams on software integrations, intellectual property, licensing, and open-source licensing considerations.
• Translate complex legal matters into clear, practical recommendations that support business objectives and enable informed decision-making.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a US-accredited law school

Job description

Jobgether on behalf of a partner company seeks a Senior Corporate Counsel based in the Netherlands to shape corporate strategy and support a globally distributed technology business. You will lead complex corporate, securities, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and governance matters while advising stakeholders on critical business decisions.

You will oversee international subsidiaries, employee equity programs, strategic investments, and financing transactions, while working across jurisdictions