Legal Counsel (m/f/d)

Company Description

Experian is a global data and technology company that empowers people and businesses around the world. With our unique combination of data, analytics and software, we have established ourselves as one of the leading service providers for risk, fraud and identity management in the DACH region.

Experian gives individuals better access to financial services such as loans, insurance, mobile phone contracts and online shopping. We help companies of all sizes and industries make smarter decisions, lend more responsibly and protect themselves and their customers from identity fraud and crime.

We invest in our accomplished people and new, advanced technologies to maximize the power of data and guide innovation. We employ 25,100 people in 32 countries and are a FTSE 100 company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN). Our headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland.

Job Description

The Legal Counsel provides legal advice and support to Experian in all legal matters. You will work with multiple departments and external advisors to ensure that Experian operates in compliance with national and international laws. We ask that you are in-depth knowledge of international business law, contract law, data protection law and. You will report to the Legal and Compliance Director in DACH.

Main responsibilities:

• Legal advice: Support the management and specialist departments on all legal issues, in contract law, commercial law and data protection law
• Contract management: Review and negotiate national and international contracts, including supply, distribution, service and license agreements
• Risk assessment: Assess legal risks and developing strategies to minimize risks
• Dispute Resolution: Support the handling and resolution of legal disputes, including coordinating outside counsel and representing us in legal proceedings
• Data protection: Advice and support in data protection, in particular with regard to compliance with GDPR and other data protection regulations
• Legal training: Conduct internal training on legal topics to promote awareness of legal risks and best practices within the company
• International cooperation: Coordination and cooperation with the international subsidiaries and sister companies to provide a uniform legal strategy

Qualifications

• Completed university degree in law (state examination) and a license as a qualified lawyer, additional qualifications in international business law are an advantage
• Several years of professional experience in a comparable position, in an international company or a renowned law firm.
• 1+ years of experience working with multinational teams and advising senior executives
• Initial years of general legal experience plus relevant expertise in supporting GTM functions
• Sound knowledge of German and international commercial law, including contract law, data protection law and compliance
• Fluency in written and spoken German and English is mandatory; other language skills are an advantage

Additional Information

What you will get:

• A high degree of autonomy in a dynamic, internationally oriented organization
• A motivated team that values innovation and collaboration
• Great compensation package and attractive employee benefits
• Flexible working hours and remote work options

Experian is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Innovation is a critical part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

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