Lawyer specializing in M&A/Corporate for transaction team at Bird & Bird working with leading technology firms. Supporting M&A and equity transactions and advising on corporate legal matters.
About the role
- Lead the legal function as a pragmatic business partner. Own contracts, compliance, privacy, corporate governance and support international expansion.
Responsibilities
- Lead the entire legal function as a pragmatic business partner with a risk-based approach.
- Draft and negotiate CGS, CP, Annexes IA, DPAs, SCCs, NDAs, and KA.
- Handle complex negotiations with strategic suppliers and major accounts.
- Maintain the right balance between business and legal to apply pragmatic risk management.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, aligned with Skello's risk tolerance.
- Monitor regulatory developments, especially those affecting our clients' industries.
- Update registers and compliance processes, and manage data subject rights requests with operational teams.
- Work closely with Tech and Product teams to ensure Privacy by Design.
- Ensure proper corporate governance and monitor shareholding.
- Drive international expansion by setting up and managing subsidiaries.
- Strategically lead insurance renewals.
- Act as a trusted partner and advisor to all teams (Sales, Product, HR, Finance).
Requirements
- Minimum 7 years of experience, ideally starting in a law firm and then in a growth-stage tech environment.
- Ability to work autonomously and to take full ownership of the legal function.
- Risk-based approach (Risk Management): propose clear, actionable options and solutions, helping the business unblock situations without slowing innovation.
- Essential ability to translate legal concepts simply and clearly for operational teams (Sales, Tech).
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced, international environment.
Benefits
- Swile meal vouchers: 55% of your daily meals covered by Skello.
- Group sports classes: a Monday evening session to start the week right.
- RTT days: 8 days (10 for Sales/BDR on the hourly scheme) in addition to paid vacation to compensate overtime.
- Best-in-class onboarding: a comprehensive program from your first week.
- CSE Happy Pal: a platform with a €20/month subsidy for sports and cultural activities.
- Inclusive parental benefits: 5 additional days off if needed, a €175 birth bonus via Sidecare, and free health cover for your children.
- Remote work possible: a policy adapted to each team's rhythm.
- Central offices: Paris and Lille, located in lively city centers with easy public transport access.
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