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Legal Counsel

EventsIT

Breda
Full-time
2-5 years experience
On-site

Key Skills

Commercial Contract Drafting and Negotiation
Privacy and Data Protection
GDPR
Technology Law
SaaS
CPaaS
Payments Regulation
AI Regulation
Telecommunications Regulation
Intellectual Property Management
Trademark Portfolio Management
Legal Risk Management
Regulatory Monitoring
Business Advisory
Contract Process Development
Dutch and English Fluency

Job Description

Where technology, regulation and commerce meet. As Legal Counsel you negotiate international deals, guide teams on privacy and AI, and turn complex law into clear advice. Details LocationBreda Level Medior Team General What drives us We turn every customer interaction into an opportunity. We connect conversations, customer data and payments with AI Agents so that companies can deliver personal customer journeys at scale: both online and in person. “The entire customer journey. One platform” What We Value Every CM.com colleague connects to our 4 shared values: Drive and Lead You take initiative, make decisions and recognize opportunities. Making mistakes is part of moving forward. Grow and Learn The growth of our colleagues and our customers is our priority. You like to experiment, learn continuously and actively share knowledge and insights with others. Together and Care We work together and we believe that diverse perspectives lead to stronger outcomes. You value the social side of work, you show genuine interest and care about one another’s well-being. Speed and Change By welcoming AI Agents into our organisation, we fundamentally change how work is done. You are comfortable with change and you love working in a high paced environment. The Role You will join our international Legal team as a trusted business partner to our commercial teams worldwide. You will help enable growth while protecting CM.com's interests in a fast-paced, international and regulated environment. Your advice is practical, proportionate and focused on helping the business make well-informed decisions. In this role, you will take ownership of a broad range of commercial and technology matters. You will advise on the legal framework for our SaaS, CPaaS, payments and AI products, working with customers and suppliers across the world. Alongside commercial contracting, you will contribute to privacy & data protection, regulatory and corporate legal topics, developing expertise in an area that fits your experience and interests. From digital conversations to customer data and payments, CM.com's products operate at the intersection of technology, regulation and commerce. As a listed company, we hold ourselves to high standards of governance and compliance. Together with colleagues across Legal and the business, you will manage legal risk without losing sight of commercial opportunity. You will Lead the drafting, review and negotiation of commercial agreements, including customer, supplier, technology, data-processing and partnership agreements, structuring practical solutions that enable deals and protect CM.com Provide clear, pragmatic legal advice to Sales, Procurement, Product and other stakeholders on commercial, regulatory and data-protection matters Advise on privacy and data protection issues, including GDPR, in relation to our products, customer contracts and day-to-day operations Develop and improve contract standards, playbooks and scalable legal processes that support an efficient global commercial organisation Support tenders, strategic negotiations and cross-functional projects, working closely with management, our international offices and specialist advisers where needed Monitor legal and regulatory developments relevant to CM.com, including digital, telecommunications, payments, data and AI regulation, and translate them into practical business guidance Support the management and protection of CM.com's intellectual property and trade mark portfolio across the markets in which we operate Use AI tools actively to improve your own work, experiment with new approaches and share what works with the team Who you are A completed Master's degree in Law and at least three years of relevant legal experience, gained in-house, at a law firm or in another commercial environment Proven experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts in English, ideally in a technology, SaaS or otherwise regulated environment Sound, hands-on knowledge of privacy and data protection law, including GDPR; experience with telecommunications, payments, consumer or AI regulation is an advantage A pragmatic and business-minded approach: you translate complex legal questions into concise, workable advice and build trusted relationships with non-legal stakeholders Strong ownership and sound judgement, with the confidence to manage priorities in a fast-moving international environment Fluent in Dutch and English, both spoken and written, and genuinely curious about technology and AI; you actively explore how AI tools can improve the quality and efficiency of your work Believe you’d be a great fit for this role, even if you don’t tick every box? Reach out to our Recruitment team! We’d be happy to connect and see if we can make it work together. What We Offer As a CM.com club member, you’ll have the following benefits: Onboarding: Join our unique 3-days Global Onboarding program in our Headquarters in Breda, a deep dive into the culture of CM.com. Healthy food: Daily healthy lunches and snacks to keep you energized. Effortless commute: The Shuttle mobility card, commuting allowance and Lease-a-bike options get you where you need to be. We have CM company cars that you can use for client visits as well. Invest in your future: A solid pension plan. Time off: Recharge with 25 vacation days, plus the option to purchase 10 additional days. Own your success: Become a shareholder with our Employee Share Purchase Program. Your Development: We support your growth and development through initiatives like the CM Academy, Udemy courses, exclusive meetups with thought leaders, the Young Professional Program, and our own CM Business Adventure (CMBA), ensuring you’re always learning and evolving Vitality: Our Vitality Team organizes a year-round vitality program to support a healthy body and mind for all colleagues. Think of stress prevention workshops, ergonomist visit, weekly bootcamps, yoga sessions and our CM sports day. Together at CM.com: Weekly drinks, board game nights, karaoke throwdowns, yearly ski trip, and more! We have something for everyone. Our diverse perspectives fuel innovation and drive us forward. We welcome everyone, regardless of age, background, or beliefs. Before you apply We work on-site, move fast, and expect you to bring your own thinking. Priorities shift, AI is actively changing how we work and we embrace that reality. If that sounds like a great environment to you, we'd love to hear from you. Note: For this position, we can only consider candidates who already hold a permanent work and residence permit for the Netherlands.

Core Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate international commercial, technology, data-processing, supplier, customer, and partnership agreements, while advising business teams on commercial, privacy, regulatory, and data-protection matters. Improve contract standards and legal processes, support strategic negotiations and cross-functional projects, monitor relevant legal developments, and help protect the company’s intellectual property.

Requirements

Requires a Master’s degree in Law and at least three years of relevant legal experience, with proven English-language commercial contract negotiation experience. Candidates should have practical GDPR and data-protection knowledge, a pragmatic business-oriented approach, fluent Dutch and English, and an interest in technology and AI.

Benefits

  • Global Onboarding Program
  • Healthy Lunches and Snacks
  • Commuting Allowance
  • Shuttle Mobility Card
  • Lease-a-Bike Options
  • Company Cars for Client Visits
  • Pension Plan
  • 25 Vacation Days
  • Option to Purchase 10 Additional Vacation Days
  • Employee Share Purchase Program
  • Professional Development and Training
  • Vitality Program
  • Wellness Workshops
  • Yoga Sessions
  • Weekly Social Events
  • Annual Ski Trip

About EventsIT

Industry: Events Services

Company size: 2-10 employees

EventsIT: Specialisten op het gebied van evenementen én ICT. ICT voor de juiste informatie en communicatie In de aanloop naar en tijdens een evenement is ICT onmisbaar. EventsIT neemt alle zorg voor het goed functioneren van de ICT en stroom tijdens uw evenement op zich. In lijn met het karakter van een evenement zijn flexibiliteit en creativiteit basisbegrippen in onze aanpak. We zorgen ervoor dat de financiën, organisatie, planning, kwaliteit en communicatie onder controle blijven. ICT als marketing instrument EventsIT zet ICT in als marketing instrument om bezoekers en deelnemers een optimale beleving van het evenement te geven. Hierdoor nemen ook de sponsormogelijkheden toe. Denk hierbij aan Internet, mobiele diensten, en online (streaming) video presentaties. ICT voor het voorkomen van problemen Deelnemers, medewerkers, media en pers worden geaccrediteerd om toegang te krijgen tot evenementen. Met onze Accreditation Manager© dienst realiseren we dit eenvoudig en efficiënt. Ook zorgen wij voor scenario’s om te waarborgen dat de juiste mensen op het juiste moment bereikt kunnen worden tijdens calamiteiten.

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