Legal Counsel

OverviewLegal Counsel • Spoki • San Vito dei Normanni, Apulia, ItalyDescrizione dell'offerta di lavoroWho We AreSpoki is a Conversational Platform that helps companies build authentic relationships with their customers through WhatsApp and Artificial Intelligence.We believe in the value of genuine connections and provide tools that enable marketing, sales, and customer care teams to communicate in a direct, effective, and personal way.Our culture is built on four key principles: an unwavering passion for what we do, putting customer success first, working as a united and collaborative team, and approaching challenges with an entrepreneurial and results-driven mindset.The roleAs Legal Counsel at Spoki, you will be the internal legal guardian of our business operations and growth strategy.This is a strategic, high-impact role designed for a legal professional who understands technology, data privacy, and the evolving AI regulatory landscape.Your mission is to ensure Spoki operates in full legal compliance while enabling rapid business growth through clear contracts, robust data protection practices, and proactive risk management.You\'ll work at the intersection of law, technology, and business strategy—making legal a competitive advantage, not a bottleneck.This role is for a pragmatic, business-oriented legal professional who thrives in fast-paced tech environments and believes legal should empower innovation, not slow it down.Location: San Vito dei Normanni, ItalyWhat you will doContract Management & NegotiationDraft, review, and negotiate B2B commercial contracts (SaaS agreements, MSAs, NDAs, partnership agreements)Manage customer and supplier contracts lifecycle, ensuring compliance and minimizing legal riskSupport sales and business development teams with contract templates, playbooks, and rapid turnaroundNegotiate and finalize contracts with technology providers, vendors, and strategic partnersEnsure contract compliance with Italian, EU, and international commercial lawGDPR & Data Privacy ComplianceDesign and maintain Spoki\'s GDPR compliance framework and data protection policiesDraft and update privacy policies, cookie policies, data processing agreements (DPAs), and GDPR documentationConduct data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) for new products and featuresAct as internal Data Protection Officer (DPO) or coordinate with external DPO when requiredManage data subject requests (access, erasure, portability) and privacy-related inquiriesMonitor evolving EU and national data protection regulations and ensure ongoing complianceSupport implementation of privacy-by-design principles across product and engineering teamsAI Act & Emerging Technology RegulationMonitor and interpret the EU AI Act and related regulations affecting AI-powered productsAssess Spoki\'s AI systems for compliance with emerging AI regulatory requirementsCollaborate with product and engineering teams to implement AI governance frameworksDraft AI-related disclaimers, terms of use, and transparency documentationStay ahead of evolving AI regulation across Europe and key international marketsIdeal Candidate ProfileWe are looking for a pragmatic, business-oriented Legal & Compliance professional with strong experience in commercial contracts, data protection, and emerging technology regulation, who enjoys working closely with fast-moving product, sales, and engineering teams.Experience & BackgroundLaw degree (or equivalent legal qualification); specialization in commercial, technology, or data protection law is a strong plus3+ years of experience in in-house legal team, preferably in SaaS, tech, or digital businessesProven hands-on experience drafting and negotiating B2B commercial contracts (SaaS agreements, MSAs, NDAs, partnership and vendor agreements)Solid experience managing the full contract lifecycle, from drafting to execution and complianceStrong working knowledge of Italian, EU, and international commercial lawDemonstrated experience with GDPR compliance, ideally acting as internal DPO or as primary GDPR point of contactFamiliarity with AI-powered products and interest or experience in AI regulation (EU AI Act) is highly desirableLegal & Technical ExpertiseExcellent understanding of GDPR, including:Privacy and cookie policiesData processing agreements (DPAs)DPIAs and privacy risk assessmentsData subject rights managementAbility to translate legal requirements into practical, scalable processes for product and engineering teamsKnowledge of privacy-by-design and privacy-by-default principlesAbility to monitor and interpret regulatory developments (GDPR updates, EU AI Act, digital regulation trends)Comfortable drafting AI-related terms, transparency notices, and compliance documentationBusiness & Soft SkillsStrong negotiation skills with a solution-oriented and commercial mindsetAble to balance legal risk management with business growth needsExcellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal topics to non-legal stakeholdersHighly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentProactive, autonomous, and comfortable owning legal topics end-to-endCollaborative mindset, with a natural inclination to work closely with sales, product, engineering, and leadership teamsLanguagesFluent Italian and English (written and spoken)Spanish and additional languages are a plusMindset & Cultural FitTech-curious and motivated by innovation, AI, and digital productsComfortable in a scaling startup / high-growth environmentPragmatic, hands-on, and not overly theoreticalWhat We OfferOwn the legal function in a company poised for global expansion and ambitious growthWork with an international, passionate, supportive, and talented team dedicated to excellenceTech Gear: Apple MacBook Air, Apple Keyboard, Apple Trackpad, 2nd WideScreen MonitorRegular team-building events and celebrationsAccess to cutting-edge technologies and exposure to emerging legal challenges in AI and SaaSOpportunity to shape legal and compliance strategy in a high-growth, innovative companyCompetitive Compensation: Gross salary ranging from €25,000 to €35,000/year, with performance-based adjustmentsLocation: San Vito dei Normanni, Puglia, ItalyHow to ApplySubmit your CV and a brief cover letter to in which you tell us:Why you\'re excited about joining SpokiYour experience with GDPR, contracts, and tech/SaaS legal mattersHow you approach balancing legal compliance with business agilitySpoki is an equal opportunity employer.We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.#J-*****-Ljbffr