Senior Legal Counsel

Aiven

Helsinki
Vakituinen
Täyspäiväinen

1 kuukausi sitten

Open source is our beating heart and it's something that fuels our work and our culture. It's where we began. It's where we'll always be. Our vision is to become the trusted open source data platform for everyone. We are a Cast of over 400 individuals ('Crabs') located across the globe. Why Crabs? Because we believe in thinking sideways. And right now, we're looking for sideways-thinking Senior Legal Counsel.Our Legal team serves as the custodian of our legal affairs, ensuring compliance, mitigating risks, and facilitating strategic decision-making. From contract negotiations to intellectual property protection, our scope is extensive and multifaceted.Above all, people here are empathetic, communicative, and skilled in interpersonal relationships - and you will need to be too. We are currently looking for a Senior Legal Counsel.Who we areSo, how do we become the trusted open source data platform for everyone? By listening closely to our customers and taking action to ensure they achieve their business goals. You see, the software we create is merely a means of delivering value. Our thinking is customer-first. That's why our customers are at the front and center of all we do. And in the spirit of sideways thinking, we're by their side as well. Actively helping them solve their challenges. Collaborating. Sharing. And innovating. In other words, it really isn't just about who we are. It's about who our customers are - and where they want to be.Our valuesWe want individuals who can embody our values of ownership, courage, and openness.What does that mean in practice?We take ownership of the problems we solve. What we do is about improving life for our customers, enabling them to meet their goals. So we own our decisions and mistakes. Sometimes that takes courage. But we don't falter - we take on challenges with confidence. And right at our heart is openness. We're always open to new ideas - from wherever and whoever they come.About the roleThe Senior Legal Counsel is expected to use experience and expertise in enterprise SaaS to support the company's commercial business across EMEA and APAC. Aiven is an exciting, sales-driven environment and this role will be highly collaborative to help meet quarter-end goals.Reporting to the Helsinki based Legal Director, you will take on a wide area of ownership including, drafting and negotiating agreements for SaaS, professional services and other transactions with our customers which includes customers of many sizes from many different segments and countries.You will counsel Aiven's go-to-market team on revenue generating transactions as well as strategic partnerships. There will be a strong emphasis on SaaS and complex PS agreements.You will also own the data protection & privacy legal support and maintain and implement leading practices to ensure compliance with applicable data protection legislation.Key responsibilities

Draft and negotiate a variety of agreements for direct and indirect revenue generation, including SaaS agreements, marketplace agreements, order forms, professional services agreements, and partnership agreements with resellers and technology collaborators.
Ability to spot and solve issues related to intellectual property, compliance, risk management, privacy, cybersecurity, export/import, content regulation, and other legal issues. Ability to collaborate with colleagues on the GTM, Legal, Finance and Product functions to address those issues.
Ability and experience in interacting with executives and senior management on material issues related to commercial transactions.
Giving accurate and timely counsel to various business teams based globally on a variety of legal and commercial matters
Advise on risks and liabilities of proposed commercial transactions and implement legal initiatives to meet bold business objectives
Drive ongoing enhancements of templates, forms, policies, and processes to streamline and simplify deals and product/service terms.
Continuous improvement, scalability, and operational excellence in contract management, workflows, deal processes, and execution.
Work with various stakeholders to provide training and education to internal cross functional teams to assure conformity and consistency in application of legal policies and procedures as they relate to commercial transactions and other significant corporate transactions.
Support other general corporate matters, including marketing, sourcing, compliance and special projects from time to time.
Provide data protection and privacy legal expertise, guidance and direct support for operational execution
Review and negotiate data processing agreements and perform risk assessments
Review and develop qualitative internal policies and procedures
Coordinate and administer data privacy requests from the organization
Work closely with the business to provide sound, practical guidance and solutions
Maintain, create, and implement leading practices around data protection and security

Requirements

Master of Laws (LLM) or equivalent from a university in the EU.
7+ years of post-graduation experience as an in-house counsel and/or from a law firm in an international setting.
You have a strong track record of drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, including sales, MSAs, software and technology agreements, and partnership agreements, as well as creating repeatable, scalable processes in an international setting.
Exposure to IPR matters, including drafting and negotiating IPR-related agreements such as licenses and assignments.
Demonstrated experience in handling complex legal matters and transactions.
Exceptional negotiation, drafting, and legal research skills. Interest and knowledge of workings of different technologies and solutions is desirable.
Excellent communication, presentation and client management skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
You can work autonomously while exercising sound judgment in a fast-paced environment.
You are comfortable making decisions and relish ownership over projects.
Fluent in English.

Our OfferIf you ask us what's the best thing about working for Aiven, many will probably say it's the high concentration of talent from around the world that we have here. Enjoy the agile environment of a hyperscale scale-up where you can truly make an impact and have fun while at it.We invest in you

Participate in Aiven's equity plan.
With Aiven locations spanning the globe, we want all of our crabs to find the right balance with our hybrid work policy.
Get the equipment you need to set yourself up for success.
Step up your career game with real employer support (use one of our learning platforms, annual learning budget, and more).
Get holistic wellbeing support through our global Employee Assistance Program.

Make a difference at Aiven

Contribute to open source projects that you find meaningful outside of work - and get paid for it! Our

program recognizes extra work to the open source ecosystem for developers and non-developers alike. * Use up to 5 days per year to volunteer for a good cause of your choice.

Join one of our team member resource groups - empower yourself and others in missions that resonate with you.

What else?

Your wellbeing matters: we provide extensive Occupational Health Care, Dental Care, as well as sports, culture, massage, commute and lunch benefits
We care about your learning! We provide Finnish Language lessons to help you settle in to your new environment
Love breakfast? So do we! Join us at our monthly office breakfast
We also have you covered by statutory accident insurance

Amazing! What's next?If you think Aiven is the place for you, send us your CV and we'll get in touch.How to Recognise and Avoid Employment ScamsThere has been a rise in fake job postings used by scammers to get personal information. Please familiarise yourself with the red flags of a potential scam.Here at Aiven, all of our emails relating to recruitment come from an @aiven.io, @greenhouse.io or @eu.greenhouse.io domain and all of our interviews are conducted over video call or in person, our interviews will never occur over text or chat. If you're unsure of the legitimacy of a job opportunity/offer pertaining to Aiven, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at recruitment@aiven.io.Equal OpportunitiesAiven provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, marital and family status or without regard to any other similar personal attributes. Aiven complies with applicable local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, training and any other terms and conditions related to employment.At Aiven we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities or special needs in our working environment and job application procedures. We make all reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities or who otherwise need support to thrive in the workplace. We are committed to continuously improving workplace accessibility. There is an option to request a discussion in the application process but if you have any questions before applying please write to us at recruitment@aiven.io.

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