Legal Counsel - Commercial

As a Commercial Counsel in Legora’s Stockholm office, you will play a central role in supporting one of the fastest-growing legal technology companies globally. You will work closely with our commercial teams, advising on a broad range of matters with a primary focus on drafting and negotiating commercial contracts. This role requires a high degree of independence and the ability to operate across multiple time zones, partnering closely with stakeholders to enable deals while managing risk. You will report to the Head of Legal, based at our Stockholm headquarters.

Responsibilities

Act as a commercial legal partner to the business, working closely with senior stakeholders in Growth, Operations, and Procurement on customer and supplier engagements; Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of customer and supplier contracts, with a strong focus on closing deals efficiently and pragmatically; Advise on commercial risk allocation, pricing structures, liability, and contractual protections within customer and supplier agreements; Support go-to-market and procurement activities by enabling scalable, repeatable commercial contracting practices; Address data protection and compliance considerations primarily within the context of customer and supplier contracts, ensuring risks are appropriately managed without slowing execution; Develop and maintain commercial templates, playbooks, and guidelines to standardise negotiations and improve deal velocity

Requirements

Law degree (LL.M. or equivalent) from Sweden, the UK, or an EU-jurisdiction, qualified to practice in that country; Proficiency in both spoken and written English; 3+ years of experience at a top-tier law firm and/or as an in-house legal counsel; Strong experience negotiating B2B SaaS agreements and supporting commercial teams; Excellent negotiator; Strong legal judgment and confidence in making decisions independently; Experience in handling corporate matters and drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements; Focus on achieving meaningful business outcomes, translating into actionable advice delivered clearly and comprehensively; Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic entrepreneurial environment and rapidly evolving business setting; Take initiative and committed to delivering high-quality results; Comfortable working independently and effectively managing work across different time zones; Excited about the potential of technology to transform the legal industry; Keen interest in AI and legal tech; Eager to learn and apply these tools in real-world settings

Nice to have

Spanish and/or German language skills are considered a plus; Experience with data privacy matters, IT security and/or corporate law is meritorious