Legal Counsel, Virum (Full-time)

Joining Nexus means becoming a part of IN Groupe, an international group of around 2000 employees on five continents.

 IN Groupe and Nexus are here to protect the identities of people and things making life both safer and simpler.

The group meets the needs of states, businesses, and hundreds of millions of users in Europe and throughout the world.

 We provide the best of technology and innovation, in a sustainable manner, now and for future generations.

 At Nexus we believe transparency is a prerequisite for trust and therefore all our products and services are documented online.

At IN Groupe, we know what it means to be a part of changing and creating the future. With a long history of evolution and challenge, joining us means taking part in the creation of solutions that make life easier for billions of people around the world. Our culture of excellence permeates every profession, from development and production to innovation and business.

As a benchmark in the identity, services, and payment security industry, we promote the 'European Touch of Privacy,' committing to data protection, confidentiality, and freedom of choice. We secure the new society that emerges in the ever-expanding world of digital transformation by continually challenging ourselves to go further and do better. This commitment launches us into a safer, more humane world, where everyone has a fundamental right: the right to be you.

Do you want to be a part of our journey? Learn more about IN Groupe here

Cyrille Demigneux, our IN Groupe General Counsel, is seeking a talented Legal Counsel to join our team in Virum, Denmark. Following IN Groupe's recent acquisition of Nexi's e-ID business, we’re expanding our digital identity capabilities across Europe and reinforcing our leadership in secure digital services.

This permanent position offers a unique opportunity to support the integration of this new business and navigate ongoing legal matters. If you thrive in tech-driven, international environments, this role could be the perfect fit. Boost your career by contributing to the digital transformation of society and securing identities across the region.

What we offer you

• Take charge of all legal activities within a dynamic and fast-paced sales organization.
• Support IN Groupe by reviewing and negotiating various types of commercial contracts, handling corporate governance tasks, and managing commercial disputes.

What you’ll do

As a Legal Counsel, your role will entail providing comprehensive support to the IN Groupe organization across a range of legal responsibilities aimed at mitigating legal risks. This includes overseeing commercial contracts for three Danish companies and a branch in Norway and dealing with corporate governance matters for these entities.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assume responsibility for all legal activities within a fast-paced sales organization.
• Support teams based in Denmark and Norway.
• Review and negotiate various commercial contracts with a focus on IT law.
• Deal with commercial disputes resulting from contracts with clients.
• Provide support to IN Groupe's strategic business unit "Digital Services" as needed.
• Conduct training sessions for employees within the legal sphere.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, with a specific emphasis on the “Digital Decade Package”.

About you

• You are meticulous and detail-oriented, ensuring precision and accuracy in your work.
• You possess critical thinking skills, enabling effective analysis of complex issues.
• You have a solution-oriented mindset, proactively tackling challenges as they arise.
• You excel in teamwork, collaborating seamlessly with colleagues to achieve common objectives.
• Your communication skills are excellent, allowing for clear and concise interaction with team members and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• You hold a Danish law degree.
• You boast significant experience working in a law firm, as an in-house lawyer, legal counsel, or in a relevant legal role.
• Your proficiency in both written and verbal communication is excellent in Danish and English.
• Experience in IT law is preferred.

Not sure you meet 100% of the qualifications?

We understand that experience comes in many forms. We’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team - so if your experience is this close to what we’re looking for, please consider applying.

Please upload your CV in English

Transparency, security, and trust are the core of our company; therefore, the final candidate will be subjected to a background check before training.

We are an equal opportunity employer. You are welcomed to join us for who you are, no matter where you come from or what you look like. Our technology is for everyone, and so is our workplace. So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background to thrive, collaborate, and be forward-thinking! It’s in our differences that we will find the power to keep innovating the way we secure the world.