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Legal Counsel

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Legal Counsel / Senior Legal Counsel Location: Dublin, Ireland (Hybrid) Employment Type: Permanent / Full-TimeAbout the Company Our client is a global technology company with its European headquarters based in Dublin, Ireland. The organization provides innovative digital mobile and smart car services across Europe, North America, and other international markets. You will join a high-performing in-house legal team supporting cutting-edge products and services at the intersection of technology, privacy, and connectivity.About the Role We are seeking a skilled and motivated Legal Counsel / Senior Legal Counsel to provide day-to-day legal advice to product, compliance, and management teams. The role covers a broad spectrum of EU and national regulatory matters, including:Digital Services Act (DSA) and Digital Markets Act (DMA)General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)Artificial Intelligence Act (AIA)Intellectual Property and Consumer ProtectionNetwork and Information Security (NIS2)Other laws related to digital mobile and smart car servicesYou will also be responsible for drafting, negotiating, and reviewing commercial agreements, supporting compliance activities, and managing consumer and law enforcement requests. This position reports directly to the company’s General Counsel.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide practical, business-focused legal advice to internal teams on digital, data, and compliance mattersDraft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial and technology contractsEnsure ongoing compliance with EU and national data protection, consumer, and technology lawsHandle regulatory and law enforcement inquiries and consumer complaintsCollaborate with global legal and business colleagues across multiple jurisdictionsQualifications & RequirementsQualified to practice law in Ireland (preferred), the UK, or another EU member stateMinimum 2 years of post-qualification experience (in-house or law firm experience preferred)Solid understanding of EU digital and data protection frameworks (DSA, DMA, GDPR, AIA, NIS2, etc.)Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to thrive in an international environmentStrong organizational and multitasking abilities with attention to detailCurious, adaptable, and eager to explore emerging areas of technology lawFull professional proficiency in English is required; Spanish is a strong advantageWhy Join You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic, international legal environment supporting innovative digital technologies that impact millions of users worldwide. This role offers broad exposure to emerging regulations in the EU tech landscape and the chance to contribute to impactful projects shaping the future of connected services.

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