In-House Legal Counsel

About the role

You will serve as the primary legal strategist for Impossible Cloud GmbH, operating at the intersection of high-growth technology and complex regulatory environments. This position requires you to own the full lifecycle of legal operations, from initial risk assessment to final execution, ensuring all activities align with the company's aggressive commercial objectives. You will act as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, translating intricate business initiatives into clear, actionable legal frameworks. The role demands a proactive approach to identifying emerging legal exposure and architecting preventative controls before issues escalate. You will be responsible for balancing rapid innovation with rigorous compliance, safeguarding the company's interests without stifling strategic momentum. Furthermore, you will own the narrative of corporate governance, ensuring that all legal documentation reflects the highest standards of clarity and precision. You will also spearhead the integration of new legal technologies and processes to enhance departmental efficiency and scalability. Ultimately, your work will directly influence the company's trajectory, protecting its assets and enabling sustainable hyper-growth.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Conduct comprehensive legal analysis on novel commercial structures, identifying jurisdictional risks and mitigation pathways.
• Draft, negotiate, and finalize complex commercial agreements, ensuring enforceability and alignment with commercial intent.
• Evaluate and structure strategic partnerships, performing due diligence on counterparties to safeguard corporate interests.
• Advise the executive team on corporate governance matters, ensuring adherence to statutory requirements and best practices.
• Manage the end-to-end process for venture capital financings, coordinating with investors and external counsel.
• Lead the development and implementation of employment contracts and internal policies, ensuring labor law compliance.
• Oversee intellectual property documentation, protecting core technologies and brand assets through robust legal instruments.
• Spearhead litigation strategy, managing disputes and mitigating potential financial or reputational damage.
• Interface directly with regulatory bodies, ensuring timely responses to inquiries and compliance with evolving mandates.
• Optimize legal workflows through the implementation of standardized templates and process automation.
• Conduct training sessions for non-legal stakeholders, demystifying contractual obligations and legal terminology.
• Coordinate cross-functional projects, acting as the central legal point of contact for all departments.
• Monitor global regulatory shifts, assessing their impact on current and future business models.
• Provide rapid legal opinions on emergent issues, enabling the business to make informed decisions under pressure.

Requirements

You must hold a first law degree and possess a valid, unrestricted work permit for the EU. You are required to have a minimum of five years of post-qualification experience in commercial and corporate law. You must demonstrate a proven track record of handling M&A transactions and venture capital financings in a prior role. You are required to have in-depth knowledge of German and European commercial law, including but not limited to contract formation and regulatory compliance. You must be fluent in German and English, both written and verbal, to ensure precise communication with all stakeholders. You are required to possess strong analytical skills, capable of dissecting complex legal documents and extracting critical risks. You must have experience drafting and negotiating high-stakes contracts under tight deadlines. You are required to be highly organized, managing multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. You must exhibit a strong commitment to ethical standards and confidentiality in handling sensitive corporate information. You are required to be a proactive problem-solver, capable of developing legal strategies that support business objectives. You must have experience advising technology or SaaS companies, understanding the specific legal dynamics of the sector. You are required to be comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment with limited hierarchical structure. You must be willing to take ownership of ambiguous legal challenges and drive them to resolution.

Practical notes

The role is based in Hamburg, Germany, requiring adherence to standard full-time working hours. You must possess a valid, unrestricted work permit for the EU to be considered for this position. There is no specified travel requirement within the provided description. There is no specified deadline for applications within the provided description; however, early submission is advised due to the fast-growing nature of the business. You will be expected to integrate quickly into the operational rhythm of a high-growth technology company. Success in this role will be measured by your ability to mitigate legal risk while enabling scalable business operations. The position reports directly to management, indicating a high level of responsibility and immediate impact.