Legal Counsel & Data Protection Officer
This role can be based in Utrecht, Malmö, Brussels or Paris
Competitive salary + bonus system
International team | Hybrid working | Learning & career growth
Job Overview
As our Legal Counsel & Data Protection Officer (DPO), you will provide legal guidance across all business functions while ensuring GDPR and data protection compliance. This dual role combines hands-on legal expertise with strategic privacy leadership in a fast-growing international tech company.
About Efficy
efficy offers a complete portfolio of products that help organizations connect, grow, and thrive. Since 2005, our teams have been transforming customer data into valuable insights for over 300,000 users across 63 countries. We're expanding and looking for a Legal Counsel & DPO to join our international team and support our continued growth.
What's in it for you?
Strategic dual role with high visibility across the organization
Direct impact on legal governance and data protection strategy
Career growth opportunities and internal mobility
Modern offices in 11 European locations
Fun team events & continuous learning
Competitive salary with bonus system
Hybrid working policy
What You'll Be Doing
Legal Counsel (50%)
Draft, review, and negotiate customer agreements, NDAs, framework agreements, supplier contracts, and partner agreements
Conduct ongoing legal monitoring and assess the impact of new legislation
Ensure Company-wide Compliance With Applicable Legal Requirements
Manage debt collection processes and handle customer disputes or litigation
Maintain corporate governance documentation, including board registrations and legal filings
Act as the primary legal advisor for all departments, providing practical and business-oriented guidance
Data Protection Officer (50%)
Execute all statutory DPO duties in accordance with GDPR and applicable legislation
Act as the main point of contact for supervisory authorities and data subjects
Monitor compliance with data protection laws and internal policies
Lead privacy risk assessments across business activities
Review and negotiate Data Processing Agreements (DPAs)
Support customer audits, RFPs, and privacy-related assessments
Provide hands-on privacy guidance to R&D, Marketing, and other teams
Deliver training sessions and foster a strong data protection culture
Who You Are
Qualified lawyer with solid experience in commercial and corporate law
Strong expertise in GDPR and data protection regulations
Comfortable reviewing and negotiating complex commercial contracts
Organised, proactive, and solution-oriented with strong business acumen
Fluent in English (additional European languages are a plus)
Passionate about enabling business growth while ensuring compliance
Confident working cross-functionally and advising senior stakeholders
Ready to make an impact?
Ready to succeed and make an impact with us? Apply today – we can't wait to meet you
efficy is a people-first employer, committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates. We take pride in the diversity of our team and welcome you—exactly as you are. This includes your gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, or disability status.
If you're interested in joining us, we encourage you to apply. We can't wait to meet you
Disclaimer
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