Senior Legal Counsel (m/w/d) – Perspektive General Counsel

This full-time position in Munich involves taking over an established legal department from the outgoing General Counsel, reporting directly to the company’s Chairman. The role requires managing existing structures while guiding the organization through its growth and international expansion. Day-to-day duties include advising the executive team and various business units on corporate, commercial, contract, competition, civil, and labor law matters. You will also handle the negotiation and management of national and international agreements, as well as oversee legal compliance for digital products and data protection. The job entails supporting corporate transactions, financing rounds, and due diligence processes, alongside managing shareholder and board activities. Additionally, you will provide legal support to foreign subsidiaries and assist with market entry strategies. The position is designed with a clear career path, aiming for promotion to General Counsel within eighteen months upon successfully assuming full responsibility for the legal function. Specific development goals and responsibilities will be defined jointly with the Chairman at the start of the tenure. The advert specifies that contracts must be handled in both German and English, indicating a requirement for bilingual proficiency. No specific prior experience levels, educational qualifications, or remote work arrangements are detailed in the provided text. This role suits a legal professional ready to lead a structured legal team while preparing for senior executive leadership.