Group Legal Counsel

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Oslo; On-site; NOK 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a pragmatic legal counsel with a strong background in technology law and a passion for digital innovation. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of law and technology, advising on critical matters such as data protection and intellectual property. With a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive culture, the organization emphasizes career development and work-life balance, making it an ideal place for professionals eager to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment. If you thrive in collaborative settings and are eager to tackle emerging legal challenges, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

6 weeks of annual vacation

Health services

Competitive pension

Insurance

Global profit-sharing scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Diverse international environment

Employee associations

Social and professional activities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant legal experience with a focus on digital innovation.
• Solid legal background in technology law and IT contracting.

Responsibilities

• Advise on legal matters related to technology and software licensing.
• Support strategic projects and manage legal risks collaboratively.

Skills

Technology law

IT contracting

Data protection

Intellectual property

Cybersecurity

Education

Master of Law

Job description

Overview

About us

We are the independent experts in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and stakeholders with facts and reliable insights to enable confident decision-making.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we leverage our knowledge to enhance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire innovative solutions to global challenges.

About the role

As part of Group Legal’s Digital team, you will support DNV’s expanding digital business landscape.

Our team provides legal support to Digital Solutions, the Veracity marketplace, Group R&D, Global Shared Services, and DNV’s cybersecurity business. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of legal innovation within a global organization committed to a strong purpose.

Your responsibilities include advising on legal matters related to technology, software licensing, data use, intellectual property, and cybersecurity. You will support strategic projects, shape digital business models, contribute to contract negotiations, and help manage legal risk in collaboration with internal stakeholders.

What we offer

Why DNV?

1. Career and development: Opportunities for growth and development within DNV, emphasizing a growth mindset, competence sharing, and personal development.
2. Work/life balance: Flexible working arrangements and a focus on maintaining a healthy balance.
3. Supportive and inclusive culture: A diverse international environment valuing teamwork and inclusion. Join employee associations and participate in social and professional activities, including our annual CONNECT gatherings.
4. Attractive rewards: A comprehensive benefits package including 6 weeks of annual vacation, health services, competitive pension, insurance, and a global profit-sharing scheme.
5. Our purpose and values: By joining DNV, you become part of a company dedicated to safeguarding life, property, and the environment, guided by our values "we care, we share, we dare".

About you

Who are we looking for?

We seek a pragmatic, business-oriented legal counsel with at least 5 years of relevant legal experience and a keen interest in digital innovation and emerging legal challenges.

Requirements include a solid legal background (Master of Law), with experience in areas such as:

• Technology law
• IT contracting
• Data protection
• Intellectual property
• Cybersecurity

International experience in these areas is a plus, and proficiency in English is essential.

You will thrive if you:

• Enjoy working in a fast-paced, international environment
• Can communicate complex legal issues clearly and constructively
• Are proactive, solution-oriented, and comfortable advising senior stakeholders
• Work well independently and collaboratively with Legal, Compliance, and business teams
• Are curious about technology and how law can enable sustainable innovation

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of gender, religion, race, ethnicity, social background, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, or political views.

If you have questions, please contact VP & Head of Group Legal - Digital team, Thina Ytterhorn at [e-mail].

Please submit your application with a CV and cover letter in English. We look forward to your application!

Application deadline: 10th of May 2025 at 23:59 CET.