You will own the legal function at ACEVE, from day-to-day counsel to long-term legal strategy across a growing, multi-jurisdictional business.
Advise the CFO, CEO, and senior leadership on all legal matters, from commercial contracts to corporate governance
Oversee compliance across the business — GDPR, employment law, intellectual property, and data privacy
Build and lead a centralized legal function, consolidating governance and processes from previously decentralized structures
Lead negotiations and manage relationships with external counsel and regulatory bodies
Support M&A activity, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions
Advise on AI-related legal and ethical considerations, including emerging regulations and risk management
Develop and implement legal policies that work across multiple jurisdictions
Monitor changes in laws and regulations and translate them into clear, actionable guidance for the business
Manage legal risk and develop mitigation strategies that enable growth, not just protect against it
Supervise and develop in-house legal staff and external legal resources

10+ years of legal experience, with at least 5 years in a senior in-house counsel role
A law degree from a recognised institution and admission to practice law in at least one EU jurisdiction
Proven experience in the technology or SaaS sector
A track record of advising on complex commercial, compliance, and regulatory matters across borders
The ability to communicate legal complexity clearly and build trust across functions
Experience leading or building a legal team
Fluency in English

General Counsel

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