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<p>We’re working with a late-stage, VC-backed SaaS company operating across multiple European markets. Reporting to the General Counsel, they are looking to hire a Lead Commercial Counsel to lead on commercial legal strategy.</p>
<p>You will take the lead on all commercial legal matters, shaping contracting strategy while supporting the business on complex, cross-border initiatives. You will also manage and develop one direct report, providing clear direction, feedback, and support to ensure high-quality, commercially focused legal advice across the team.</p>
<h2>Tasks</h2>
<ul>
<li>Leading the company’s commercial legal strategy across all markets.</li>
<li>Overseeing the drafting, negotiation, and execution of a wide range of commercial agreements (including customer, supplier, SaaS, and strategic partnerships).</li>
<li>Acting as a senior advisor to leadership on legal risk, deal structure, and commercial decision-making.</li>
<li>Building and optimising scalable contracting processes, templates, and playbooks.</li>
<li>Partnering closely with sales, procurement, product, and operations teams on key initiatives.</li>
<li>Supporting high-value and complex negotiations, including strategic partnerships and enterprise deals.</li>
<li>Manage and develop one direct report, setting clear priorities, providing regular feedback, and ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality, commercially focused legal advice</li>
</ul>
<h2>Requirements</h2>
<ul>
<li>Fully qualified German lawyer (<em>Volljurist:in</em>).</li>
<li>4-5+ years post-qualification experience, gained in a leading law firm and/or in-house within a fast-paced environment.</li>
<li>Strong track record in commercial contracting, including complex and high-value agreements.</li>
<li>Experience operating at a strategic level, advising senior stakeholders and influencing business decisions.</li>
<li>Experience working in high-growth, international environments (ideally within tech or similarly fast-moving sectors).</li>
<li>Strong commercial judgement and a pragmatic approach to risk.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Benefits</h2>
<ul>
<li>Flexible and hybrid working setup.</li>
<li>Learning and development budget.</li>
<li>International, collaborative working environment.</li>
<li>Wellbeing support and regular team events.</li>
</ul>
<p>Take the next step in your legal career - apply today.</p>
<p>All applications will be handled with strict confidentiality.</p>

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