Legal Counsel

TL;DR

Legal Counsel: Supporting the Lead Counsel and CCGO to ensure rapid growth is secure, compliant, and efficient with an accent on corporate topics, product & contracts, and regulatory & compliance. Focus on implementing AI-powered LegalTech tools to streamline processes and translating complex legal requirements into actionable business advice.

Location: Vienna (Hybrid)

Salary: €60,000 - €65,000 Gross/Year

Company

hirify.global powers the retail technology behind digital receipts and secure, legally compliant transactions.

What you will do

• Act as a generalist covering Corporate topics (M&A, subsidiaries), Product & Contracts (SaaS agreements, IP/IT licensing), and Regulatory & Compliance (ISMS, Data Privacy).
• Help build the "House of Legal" by implementing AI-powered LegalTech tools to streamline processes.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex SaaS agreements, ensuring alignment with business objectives while mitigating risk.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the C-Level, Sales, and Product teams, translating complex legal requirements into actionable business advice.
• Work closely with the Compliance team on IT security and regulatory topics to ensure a unified governance strategy.

Requirements

• A Juris Doctor (JD) or Mag. iur. from an accredited Austrian or German university.
• 2 to 4 years of relevant experience (Mid-Level).
• A mix of Law Firm training and In-House (startup/scaleup) experience is the ideal combination.
• You are excited about the transformation of the legal industry and want to automate workflows.
• You have a strong background in European SaaS legal frameworks, contract law, and intellectual property.

Culture & Benefits

• A team that gives you space to grow, take ownership, and learn from trying.
• 25 vacation days per year if you’re based in Austria.
• Flexible working hours and a hybrid work setup.
• Budget for personal and professional development.
• Public transportation ticket.
• Hardware of your choice (Windows, Linux, or Mac).

Hiring process

• Screening your resume and initial contact.
• Cultural Fit interview.
• Skill & Team Fit interview with your future team lead and colleagues.