Legal Operations Manager & Corporate Secretary

About the CompanyJoe & the Juice is a fast-growing, freshly made juice, coffee, and sandwich concept. JOE was founded in Copenhagen in 2002 and has grown to +430 stores across +20 countries with more than 4. 500 employees worldwide. The brand offers a healthy, convenient, and ambient experience when entering our universe, and our concept extends beyond just the products themselves to the people behind them. We are a people business, and our goal is to become the first truly global people-centric food & beverage company.

To achieve this, we strive to continuously develop a unique culture based on our virtues as the backbone of our company’s success, Positive Attitude, Inclusion, Social Ties, and Growth. By focusing on having a high degree of Employee Engagement, we rely on our employees to adhere to and to promote our virtues, leading to a high employee belonging. About the job Role Title: Legal Operations Manager & Corporate SecretaryReports to: Chief Legal Officer (CLO)We are seeking a dynamic and high-performing Legal Operations Manager & Corporate Secretary to join our Legal, Risk and Compliance & Sustainability team in Copenhagen.

This hybrid role blends legal operations leadership with board and corporate governance responsibilities. You will play a key role in optimizing legal function performance while ensuring the highest governance and regulatory compliance standards. This is a unique opportunity for a highly organized and proactive legal professional to contribute to the scalability, transparency, and maturity of our legal and corporate governance practices during a period of strategic growth.

This role combines legal operations leadership with corporate governance excellence, playing a key part in setting up and running new legal processes, including new technology, setting up a reporting framework for the Department, and supporting our Board and investors. You will report directly to the Chief Legal Officer and collaborate with cross-functional teams globally. Key responsibilities Legal OperationsLead strategic initiatives, including AI, automation, and technology adoption (e. g. , contract lifecycle management systems, matter management platforms). Design and implement systems, tools, and workflows to increase efficiency and effectiveness within the legal department.

Create and manage contract templates, playbooks, and knowledge libraries to ensure consistency and compliance. Track legal KPIs and prepare reports for internal stakeholders, including executive and finance teams. Assist with department budgeting, outside counsel management, and invoice review processes. Support with department hiring, onboarding, and professional development coordination. Corporate Secretary Functions (Group Level)Serve as Corporate Secretary at Group Level Manage board and shareholder meeting logistics: prepare agendas, distribute materials, and record accurate minutes. Ensure corporate records, charters, policies, and governance documents are maintained and up to date.

Support regulatory filings, annual reports, compliance calendars, and governance policies, including conflicts of interest and codes of conduct. Cross-functional CollaborationLead and provide operational support for corporate transactions, financings, due diligence processes, investor requests, and compliance audits. Lead global projects and coordinate with local teams to ensure legal compliance in all our markets. Work closely with the Finance and HR teams to ensure integrated support for business objectives. Act as a key point of contact for internal audits, external counsel, and regulatory bodies. Key QualificationsBachelor’s degree required; law degree or equivalent legal training preferred but not required.

5+ years of experience in legal operations, corporate governance, or a similar role, ideally in a private or multinational company. Experience supporting Boards of Directors and senior management in a Corporate Secretary function. Strong understanding of Danish corporate law, cross-border governance practices, and corporate governance principles; international exposure a plus. Proven project management skills and experience driving legal transformation or operational improvement initiatives. Experience managing a team and stakeholder management. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Fluent in English (Danish and/or additional European languages a plus). High attention to detail with the ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.

Strategic thinker who is hands-on, resourceful, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment. Proficient in legal technology platformsComfortable managing sensitive information and engaging with senior stakeholders, including private equity sponsors. The benefitsWe offer a benefits package that includes a paid pension plan, health insurance, parental leave, and generous vacation. Other Joe-ified benefits: Our global headquarters is located with excellent accessibility in the heart of CopenhagenOur office facilities include a fully staffed JOE & THE JUICE bar, serving breakfast, daily lunch, juice, and barista coffee.

In Joe, we have a flat hierarchy where all opinions are valued, allowing plenty of room for input and improvement ideas. Our office has a lively atmosphere with curated music. Our monthly social calendar is packed with great activities such as running club, wine tasting, creative evenings, and Friday happy hours. In Joe, we are committed to fostering a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone has equal opportunity to grow, thrive, and be their best authentic selves, regardless of background, identity, or role.

Join us in our mission to create a healthier, happier world, one delicious offering and one empowered team member at a time. The processWe are looking for a candidate to start as soon as possible. Please note that we only accept applications submitted via Easy Apply, and cannot guarantee replies, if reaching out directly to Hiring Manager via LinkedIn InMail. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. Read how JOE & THE JUICE ("We," "Us") handles your personal data when you engage with us during the recruitment process here: https: //www. joejuice. com/policy/recruitment-privacy-notice