Remote (Global) Full-time

Deel is hiring a Legal Counsel | Nordics

About the Role

Deel is hiring a Legal Counsel to provide comprehensive legal support across our Nordics operations. You will ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations while mitigating risk, advising on employment topics, commercial agreements, and regulatory matters to support strategic objectives.

What You'll Do

  • Draft and review commercial and employment agreements.
  • Assist in providing accurate, relevant, and timely advice on legal topics such as labor laws and commercial matters.
  • Review and negotiate client and vendor agreements, and support internal compliance efforts.
  • Handle a variety of other legal issues and projects as they arise.

What We're Looking For

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing.
  • 3-5 years of experience as a practicing attorney, with at least 2 years in-house or advising corporate clients.
  • Strong knowledge of Danish or Norwegian labor law, contract law, and regulatory compliance.
  • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to balance legal risks with business objectives in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
  • High ethical standards and sound judgment in handling sensitive and confidential information.

Nice to Have

  • Experience in a global or multi-jurisdictional environment.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location.
  • Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country.

Work Mode

This role operates in a global, remote work mode within the Nordics region, offering the flexibility of remote work with optional WeWork access.

At Deel, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Required Skills
Legal CounselNordic LawContract LawEmployment LawCorporate LawComplianceRegulatory AffairsData PrivacyCommercial AgreementsRisk ManagementNegotiationStakeholder ManagementLegal Advisory
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Deel

Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams, combining HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. It supports every worker type in 150+ countries with AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure.

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Posted 8 months ago