Who we are

flatexDEGIRO SE operates the leading and fastest growing online brokerage platform in Europe. Based on modern, in-house state-of-the-art technology, customers of the flatex and DEGIRO brands are offered a wide range of independent products with execution on top TIER 1 exchanges. The technological edge, high efficiency and strong economies of scale enable us to continuously improve our service offering for clients and to set leading standards in terms of product, price and platform quality.

With more than 3,5 million customer accounts and more than 75 million securities transactions processed in 2025, flatexDEGIRO is the largest retail online broker in Europe. In times of bank consolidation, growing digitalization and the immanent need of millions of Europeans to take their financial future into their own hands, flatexDEGIRO is ideally positioned for further profitable growth.

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As Legal Counsel at flatexDEGIRO you will act as a trusted advisor to the business, helping teams navigate complex legal and regulatory challenges while enabling sustainable growth. You will work closely with stakeholders across the organization and contribute directly to strategic initiatives.

Your impact as Legal Counsel

• Monitor and assess legal, regulatory, and industry developments relevant to the firm's activities, translating complex requirements into practical business guidance.
• Serve as a trusted legal advisor to management and business teams, providing pragmatic and solution-oriented support across a broad range of matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate, and manage a variety of commercial contracts and legal documentation.
• Advise on regulatory and legal matters relating to financial services, banking, and capital markets activities.
• Conduct legal research and provide clear, actionable recommendations to support business decision-making..
• Build and maintain effective relationships with external counsel, regulators, industry bodies, and other key stakeholders.
• Support corporate governance activities, contract management processes, and the maintenance of legal records and documentation.
• Assist with legal proceedings and matters involving seizures, estates, claims and other legal obligations.
• Represent and support the firm in negotiations, disputes, regulatory interactions, and engagements with clients, counterparties, courts, supervisory authorities, and dispute resolution bodies such as Kifid.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of legal processes, policies, and compliance frameworks.

What will make you successful in this role?

• Master's degree in Law (LL.M. or equivalent).
• 3-5 years of relevant post-qualification experience gained in a leading law firm and/or as in-house legal counsel, preferably within the financial services sector.
• Strong knowledge of Dutch and EU financial services regulation, banking law, and capital markets legislation..
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken; Dutch language skills are an advantage.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify legal risks and develop practical solutions..
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to engage across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive, hands-on, and commercially minded approach to problem-solving.
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of professional integrity.
• Comfortable working in an international, dynamic, and evolving business environment.

Interested? This is what we offer you

• Promise of a good work-life balance
• 30 days paid leave
• An enthusiastic and fun team to work with
• Personal and professional development with access to relevant courses
• Transport allowance or related benefits like a leased electric bike
• Pension plan
• A challenging job in an international and fast-growing company
• A competitive salary
• A lot of freedom executing your role and a chance to shape your own career
• The opportunity to participate in a new, enthusiastic team of likeminded professionals

To make your life easier

You get the freedom to work flexible. Meaning you don’t have to work in our office every day, but we like it if you do of course! It’s fun to come in and mingle with your colleagues. There is also fruit, good coffee, drinks & snacks, and great sandwiches for lunch every day. Our beautiful and modern office is located in the iconic Rembrandt tower that is conveniently next to Amstel Station. To make work@home comfortable we offer a €35 internet allowance, provide a company laptop and many options to make it comfortable, such as a chair, screen and headphones. And last but not least: the gym membership options we provide is an easy way to get into shape!

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or any other legally protected status. flatexDEGIRO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

flatexDEGIRO Dutch Branch
Mattheos Savvidis
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