Senior Legal Counsel

Alber Blanc; Haarlem; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Good salary

Direct impact on the business

Work with founders

Talented team

Job summary

A financial firm in Haarlem is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to ensure compliance with laws and regulations while supporting business growth. The role includes drafting and negotiating contracts, advising on legal risks, and managing corporate documents. Ideal candidates must be fluent in English and possess strong contract law knowledge. You'll work in a fast-paced environment directly with company founders, contributing to meaningful business decisions.

Qualifications

• Fluent/native English is a must.
• Strong understanding of contract law and corporate governance is required.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts.
• Advise on legal risks and provide solutions.
• Manage compliance records and corporate legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Collaborate with HR on employment contracts.

Skills

Fluent/native English (C1 or C2)

Understanding of contract law

Knowledge of current legislation

Ability to manage deadlines

Experience advising senior leadership

Ability to work collaboratively

Job description

Overview

As a Senior Legal Counsel at Alber Blanc you will be responsible for supporting our growing business and ensuring full compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and contractual obligations. Problem-solving mindset and strong business judgment and analytical skills are essential for this position.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial, corporate, and operational contracts.

• Advise business teams on legal risks and provide practical solutions.

• Manage corporate legal documents and compliance records.

• Conduct legal research and provide analysis.

• Identify and calculate potential business risks.

• Oversee external counsel relationships.

• Collaborate with HR on employment contracts and related matters.

Requirements

• Fluent /native English (C1 or C2)- must have

• Strong understanding of contract law, commercial transactions, corporate governance, and employment law.

• Knowledge of current legislation and regulatory expectations.

• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple matters concurrently.

• Experience advising business units and senior leadership.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

What we offer

• Good salary

• Direct impact on the business

• Work directly with the founders, flat structure & fast growth

• A-player team – talented people with Olympiad backgrounds and top-tech degrees