Legal Counsel (Maternity Leave Cover) - #2171984

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Are you passionate about providing legal advice and support? Do you enjoy collaborating on contracts with the sales team and clients ? Do you work best in a value-driven organization ? If you answered yes to all these questions - keep on reading as this may be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for !

EQS Group is a leading international cloud software provider in the areas of compliance & ethics, data privacy, sustainability management, and investor relations . We help thousands of companies worldwide cultivate trust by simplifying the complexities of compliance, investor relations, and transparent communication with stakeholders. 

Transparency is especially important to us. That is why we communicate all our commitments to sustainability, diversity, equality, and well-being on our homepage and our social media platforms. We do this for you, for us, for everyone – fairly and publicly. 

The key to our success is   hiring talented people  who bring passion to the table every day, take responsibility, and support each other in the best  possible way  to create a trustworthy environment.

Our Culture Drives Our Benefits

• You're important. A trusting environment and lifelong learning for your individual development. Set personal development goals, receive support and regular feedback. We support you in equipping yourself for success!
• Living our values. Take responsibility for a variety of tasks, find out what you like to work on, and find your way to make your own personal impact with us!
• Great atmosphere. Regular team events, corporate volunteering days, a talented international team, and a common goal that unites us all.
• Be part of an exciting journey. Contribute to our success story of becoming the leading European cloud provider for corporate compliance and investor relations solutions. 
• Work-life balance is a must . Work in a modern office equipped with state-of-the-art hardware. In addition, we offer flexibility through our hybrid-working model, conveniently arrange your working hours, and the ability to work from abroad within the EU. Of course, we provide you with paid vacation. And if you need a longer break, we got you covered! There is an option for a sabbatical – because we also value your free time.
• Special Perks Just for You . We offer you other exciting benefits such as, salary optimization in the form of customized bonus and benefit programs, as well as corporate shopping benefits.
• Health is a priority. Enjoy company-sponsored sports programs for the use of various fitness studios, bicycle leasing via JobRad , and mental health counseling.
  
  

YOUR IMPACT

The Legal department provides advice, tools and support to empower EQS to achieve our business objectives in line with legal and company requirements. We are seeking to strengthen our team during the maternity absence of one of our members, for at least 1.5 years .

• Advise and support management on all legal-related issues, especially concerning contracting and data protection.
• Provide legal advice, negotiate , and review software license and service agreements from partners, suppliers, and our customers worldwide with a focus on our Germany, Austria and Switzerland region .
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations , including the further development of EQS Group’s internal compliance structure.
• Participate in the development of standard contracts and general terms and conditions.
• Contribute to teams’ projects , like reviewing and consistently updating contract forms in their respective national language and following up on contract translations .
  
  

THIS IS YOU

• You have a university degree in Law and possess a background in business, corporate, and data protection.
• You possess relevant professional experience in the legal department of a technology company, ideally with a focus on Sass products in an international environment. Independent practice will also be considered.
• You’re proficient in English and German. (Other languages are a plus).
• You enjoy collaborating with other teams and possess a strong understanding of business and economic contexts.
• You are service and results-oriented, and able to work independently.
• You have great negotiating skills .
• You’re efficient and can manage to change tasks and prioritize while remaining flexible to attend to business needs.
  
  

About Us

EQS Group is a leading international cloud provider in the areas of compliance & ethics, data privacy, sustainability management, and investor relations. More than 10,000 companies across the world use EQS Group’s products to build trust by reliably and securely meeting complex regulatory requirements, minimizing risks and transparently reporting on business performance and its impact on society and the environment.

EQS Group’s products are bundled in the cloud-based software EQS COCKPIT. This allows compliance processes in the areas of whistleblower protection and case handling, policy management and approval processes to be managed just as professionally as business partners, third parties and risks, insider lists and reporting obligations. In addition, EQS Group provides software for the fulfillment of human rights due diligence obligations along corporate supply chains, ensure compliance with data privacy regulations like GDPR and EU AI Act, and support efficient ESG management and compliant sustainability reporting. Listed companies also benefit from a global newswire, investor targeting and contact management, as well as IR websites and webcasts for efficient and secure investor communication.

EQS Group was founded in Munich in 2000. Today, the group employs around 650 professionals worldwide. https://www.eqs.com/

Join our team at EQS Group and become part of a dynamic and inclusive workplace that celebrates individuality. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds who share our commitment to excellence and our passion for creating a diverse and inclusive workforce.

 

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