Junior Legal Counsel

Location: Hybrid work from the Ghent and Antwerp offices in Belgium, with a minimum of three office days per week in total. The split between the offices is flexible.

Company

hirify.global is an international IT scale-up that helps accountants, businesses, and entrepreneurs manage accounting more efficiently through its products.

What you will do

• Draft, review, and negotiate customer, vendor, partnership, DPA, and service agreements, including contested terminations and escalated enterprise negotiations.
• Provide legal support for strategic projects involving pricing, product changes, and AI integration.
• Manage GDPR compliance and broader regulatory requirements, including NIS2, the EU Data Act, the EU AI Act, and Belgian implementing law.
• Lead AI governance by assessing AI vendors and tools, preparing internal usage guidelines, and advising product and go-to-market teams on responsible AI deployment.
• Manage disputes and pre-litigation matters, including damages claims, insurer notifications, opposing counsel correspondence, and external law firm coordination.
• Oversee corporate housekeeping, intellectual property matters, existing legal processes, and the creation of new processes.

Requirements

• LLB or equivalent law degree and eligibility to practice law in Belgium.
• At least two years of experience in a legal role; SaaS or technology company experience is advantageous.
• Experience with GDPR-related matters; familiarity with NIS2, the EU Data Act, or the EU AI Act is an asset.
• Professional proficiency in English and Dutch.
• Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills, with strong organisation, attention to detail, and resilience under deadlines.
• Ability to work from both the Ghent and Antwerp offices every week, with at least three office days per week in total.

Nice to have

• DPO certificate.
• Experience in a SaaS or technology company.
• Familiarity with NIS2, the EU Data Act, or the EU AI Act.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working options and gliding hours.
• Annual training budgets and access to professional development.
• International, diverse, inclusive, and flat working environment.
• Offices in Rotterdam, Antwerp, Barcelona, and Porto.
• Team-building activities, social events, and collaborative office spaces.