We are Adcubum - a leading provider of software solutions in the health and P&C insurance sectors. Innovation, teamwork and outstanding ideas are the building blocks of our continued success. We are an international company with operations across Switzerland, Germany and Croatia.
As the size, footprint and complexity of the Group grows, we are seeking out an experienced General Counsel to join our team. As the chief legal officer, you will play a critical and pivotal role in providing legal advice, managing legal affairs, and ensuring the company's compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
Your key responsibilities include:
* Legal Strategy: Develop and implement the company's legal strategy in alignment with its business goals.
* General Contract Law: Drafting and updating of all legal company documents (e.g. Client Contracts, rental agreements, Non-disclosur agreements, General terms and conditions)
* Contract Negotiation: Oversee and negotiate various contracts, including SaaS, software and subscription licenses, maintenance agreements, partnerships, vendor agreements, and customer contracts.
* Compliance: Ensure the company's compliance with local and international laws and regulations, including intellectual property, data privacy, and cybersecurity laws.
* Litigation Management: Manage and oversee any legal disputes, litigation, or legal proceedings involving the company.
* Risk Assessment: Identify and assess legal risks associated with business activities and develop strategies to mitigate them.
* Corporate Governance: Advise on corporate governance matters, including board of directors' responsibilities and corporate policies.
* Regulatory Affairs: Stay updated on regulatory changes affecting the software industry and ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations.
* Data Privacy: Oversee data protection and privacy compliance, especially where the software handles personal or sensitive data.
* Employment and Social Security Law: Provide guidance on employment law matters, including labor relations, employee contracts, and HR policies.
* Mergers and Acquisitions: Assist in due diligence and legal aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships.
* Ethics and Compliance: Promote a culture of ethics and compliance throughout the organization.
Our requirements
* Degree in Law (Mlaw/lic.iur.), Swiss Bar Exam or LL.M,active membership in the Swiss Bar Association.
* Extensive legal and contract negotiation experience, with a focus on technology and software.
* Strong knowledge of software licensing, intellectual property, and data privacy laws.
* Excellent negotiation, communication, problem-solving skills and ability to convey legal matters in terms understandable to non-legal colleagues.
* Leadership and management experience, as this role may grow to oversee an in-house legal team.
* Ability to work collaboratively with other departments and executives to achieve company goals.
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