In-House Legal Counsel

We are seeking a Legal Counsel to join our team. If you are looking to enhance your in-house legal experience within a BIG4 environment, we encourage you to apply. Full-time and part-time applications are welcome.

In-house Legal Counsel

What will you do in this role?

You will report to the General Counsel, and your main tasks will include the following:

• Monitor emerging legal and regulatory developments, support the business functions and central services in analyzing the impact of such and ensure timely actions are taken to respond to new obligations.
• Provide legal support in the application of laws and regulations affecting the operation of the company.
• Give opinion on the company's internal regulations, legal documents and contracts.
• Develop and maintain contract templates and general terms of business.
• Review non-standard contracts and assist teams in negotiating contract terms.
• Review supplier contracts.
• Support client teams in questions of law related to the execution or termination of engagement relationships or when disputes arise.
• Maintain and update GDPR and privacy policies, processes and controls, and coordinate the responses of the firm during privacy audits.
• Reviews legal, data processing and privacy aspects related to new digital technology solutions.
• Support the preparation and maintenance internal policies and provides input on legal compliance of such.
• Assist in the preparation of responses and submissions to queries from external institutions, authorities and regulators.
• Advise in employment-related matters and draft templates.

We are looking for you if you have:

• Legal university degree, bar exam, Certificate of good conduct.
• 5+ years post qualifying (Hungarian bar exam) legal experience spent at an internation law firm or in an international corporate environment.
• Strong Hungarian and English verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial and procurement contracts.
• Strong knowledge of and practical experience in Hungarian employment law and data protection law.
• Practical experience in corporate law matters, including corporate governance and general corporate administration.
• Experience in anti-money laundering (AML) compliance is an advantage.
• Ability to translate legal complexity into language non-legal colleagues can understand.
• Solutions orientated towards commercial implementation of legal requirements
• An affinity for digital technology and an understanding of the evolving regulatory environment relating to digital technology
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

What do we offer?

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary and a wide range of cafeteria elements.
• Private health insurance, life and accident insurance.
• Company laptop and iPhone to support efficient work.
• Employee wellbeing programs: discounted gym membership and other sports opportunities.

Professional Development and Career Path

• Be part of a dynamic, experienced, and motivated team in a fast-growing environment.
• Opportunity to work in a hybrid structure.
• Part-time employment may also be considered.

Wellbeing

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunity to participate in volunteer activities throughout the year, with additional paid leave provided.
• Active community life and regular team‑building events.