Legal Counsel (English and French speaker) at Wellhub

Italy (Milan - Remote)Full-timeRemoteLegalPosted about 13 hours ago

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Your wellbeing, our mission. Join a company shaping a healthier world. GET TO KNOW US At Wellhub we're revolutionizing workplace wellness. Our platform connects employees worldwide to the best partners for fitness, mindfulness, therapy, nutrition, and sleep—all in one simple subscription. Headquartered in NYC with team members in Europe, North America and South America, we’re on a mission to make every company a wellness company. We believe work should be fulfilling, inspiring, and balanced. Here, you’ll find a team that values wellbeing, collaboration, and different perspectives, where passion and creativity push boundaries to create real impact. Your contributions will help shape a healthier, more balanced world for you and millions of people globally.  Join us in redefining the future of wellbeing! THE OPPORTUNITY We are  looking for a talented Legal Counsel who is passionate about B2B sales and enjoys working in a dynamic and fast-moving international environment, with a wide variety of contractual and commercial duties. The role involves work across multiple European countries.This role can be based in Italy, Spain, or the UK, giving you the flexibility to choose between three dynamic and exciting locations.  YOUR IMPACT <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of contractual agreements with the company’s partners and participate in meetings</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Respond to internal and external inquiries and advice on the contract terms and conditions, including (but not limited to) commercial matters, data protection, and intellectual property.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Oversee contract review and escalation processes, ensuring compliance with legal and business standards.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Translate and clarify contractual terms to align with regional legal and business requirements.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Develop and implement legal playbooks in collaboration with other business areas.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Clearly explain contract terminology and conduct legal training sessions and workshops for internal teams, providing general guidance on the subjects under their responsibility.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Support high-volume legal demands from different business units, ensuring efficiency and compliance.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Anticipate, identify, and mitigate legal risks and potential contingencies, suggesting preventive measures to avoid legal disputes.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Serve as a trusted advisor and provide responsive legal advice to business areas to further the company's business and protect its interests.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Live the mission: inspire and empower others by genuinely caring for your own wellbeing and your colleagues. Bring wellbeing to the forefront of work, and create a supportive environment where everyone feels comfortable taking care of themselves, taking time off, and finding work-life wellness.</li> </ul> WHO YOU ARE <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Law Degree (obtained in any European Country).</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Expertise in contract law, risk assessment, data protection and legal negotiations.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">6+ years of proven work experience in a law firm or in-house legal roles within multinational companies.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience in contract review, negotiation, and general advisory.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Excellent communication and negotiation skills, including diplomacy and flexibility.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">In-depth knowledge of contract terms and conditions and ability to work across different countries.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience working with AI and Contract Lifecycle Management tools.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Excellent attention to detail.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with cross-functional teams.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Ability to explain complex issues in a clear, simple and concise manner to all levels of the organization.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Solid judgment and business acumen.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Enthusiastic, self-motivated and efficient.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Native or Fluent English and French is mandatory.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong organizational skills to work independently, prioritize and manage multiple time-sensitive projects simultaneously.</li> </ul> We recognize that individuals approach job applications differently. We strongly encourage all aspiring applicants to go for it, even if they don't match the job description 100%. We welcome your application and will be delighted to explore if you could be a great fit for our team. For this specific role, please note that prior experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contractual agreements, advising on data protection and intellectual property matters, knowledge of European law, and fluency in French and English are mandatory requirements.    WHAT WE OFFER YOU With thoughtful benefits, emotional wellbeing resources, and a culture that empowers you to take ownership of your role and your wellbeing, we create an environment where you can thrive in all dimensions of your life. Our benefits include: WELLHUB:  Free Gold membership with access to onsite gyms and studios, digital fitness programs, and online wellness resources for meditation, nutrition, mental wellbeing support, and more! Add up to three family members to your plan, ensuring access to wellness for those who matter most to you. HEALTHCARE: Health and dental insurance.  FLEXIBLE WORK: As a Flexible First company, we offer hybrid and remote options to give you the freedom to work in a way that suits you. The model for this specific role can be discussed with your recruiter and hiring manager. We offer all employees a one-time reimbursement to set up their home office equipment and a monthly work allowance to help cover the costs of working from home. FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE:  Flexibility for us isn’t just about where we work—it also means being able to shape how and when we get things done. Together with their leaders, employees define schedules that align with their time zones, team needs, and personal routines. PAID TIME OFF: We know how important it is to take time away from work to recharge. Employees receive a minimum of 25 days paid holiday per year with an additional day for each year of tenure (up to 5) in addition to annual holidays (including an extra holiday on your birthday!).  PARENTAL LEAVE: Welcoming a new child is one of the most special moments in your life. Take the time to be present and enjoy your growing family. We offer 100% paid parental leave to all new parents. Parents giving birth are eligible for an extended leave and a ramp-back period to return part-time while they get settled.   CAREER GROWTH: Access world-class platforms, participate in interactive sessions,  build your personalized development roadmap, and explore internal opportunities. We focus on continuous learning and feedback to support your journey toward personal and professional success.  CULTURE: You’ll join a team of passionate people who come together to break boundaries, support each other, and create a meaningful impact in workplace wellness. We win together, building trust through open communication and a culture where every perspective matters. <a href="https://wellhub.com/en-us/careers/our-values/">Learn more about our shared culture and values here. </a> And to get a glimpse of life at Wellhub… Follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifeatwellhub/">Instagram</a> @lifeatwellhub and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/wellhub/">LinkedIn</a>! Diversity, Equity, and Belonging at Wellhub We aim to create a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive space where everyone knows they belong. At Wellhub, we welcome and celebrate your authentic self. Wellhub is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Our commitment to inclusion also extends to how we recognize and reward our people. We’re proud to be Syndio Fair Pay Certified, reflecting our ongoing dedication to equitable and fair pay practices across our global team. <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/wellhub_fairpay-syndio-activity-7407826561531363328-wbN_?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAzHQWABKsRqcpvxy4QpDCJNe_szRdC4hgY">Read more about it here.</a>                #LI-HYBRID  #LI-LO1

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