BDO Luxembourg is looking for a Head of Legal (m/f)

Who are we?

BDO is present in over 169 countries and we offer an extensive range of services in the areas of Audit, Tax, Advisory, Accounting, Business Services and Outsourcing.

At BDO Luxembourg, our mission is to provide our clients with our expertise of our global network tailored to the unique needs of the Luxembourgish market, delivering personalized service and building valued relationships.

With over 700 employees representing more than 42 nationalities, we embrace diversity and encourage skill development and ownership among our team members.

Our core values, honesty, integrity, quality, respect, and responsibility define our culture. Hence, our People can expect to grow in a stimulating work environment that nurtures professional development and fosters inclusivity.

What will you do?

As Head of Legal, you will play a strategic and cross-functional role within the organization. Reporting directly to senior management, you will be responsible for:

Overseeing all corporate law matters, including company governance, legal structuring, and corporate lifecycle management.
Preparing the corporate documentation of the company.
Ensuring the corporate governance principles applicable to our entities are followed.
Monitoring and reviewing new laws, regulations and market practices which may impact the business.
Leading the review, negotiation, and validation of commercial and partnership contracts.
Working closely with the Data Protection Officer (DPO) to ensure GDPR compliance and foster a culture of data protection and governance across the organization.
Advising the Executive Committee on all key legal and strategic matters, contributing to decision-making at the highest level
Monitoring litigation and insurance issues, coordinating with external counsel if required.

This offer is for you if:

Proven experience (8+ years) in a similar role, ideally within a regulated or financial services environment.
Strong knowledge of Luxembourg corporate law and commercial contracts.
Demonstrated experience in supporting or overseeing Data Protection functions, with a solid understanding of GDPR principles and their application in a business context.
Familiarity with corporate governance frameworks, with prior involvement in advising Board and Executive Committee processes
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment, with direct access to executive leadership.
Strategic mindset, sound legal judgment, and excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

What is waiting for you:

13th month + performance bonus + pension plan
Car leasing scheme, mobility budget
Lunch vouchers
Extra days of annual leave
Flexible hours & homeworking
Parking access
Canteen on site
Free access to our fitness room
Career development opportunities & continuous learning and development through a wide range of trainings on technical and soft skills
Company mobile phone and laptop
Action Teams eligible to participate (e.g. football) and classes (spinning, yoga, pilates, etc)

Are you willing to grow your career in a multicultural, pleasant and dynamic environment? Then, take your chance!

In accordance with the provisions of the Luxembourg law of 23 July 2016 amending the law of 29 March 2013, candidates may be required to provide an extract from their criminal record. This document, issued by the authorities, must not be older than three months. Such a document will be requested with the aim of carrying out a character check on candidates, bearing in mind the area of activity of our establishment and, more particularly, the tasks described in the job description.

Head of Legal (m/f)

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