At Arctic Wolf, we're not just navigating the cybersecurity landscape - we're redefining it. Our global team of dedicated Pack members is driving innovation and setting new industry standards every day. Our impact speaks for itself: we've earned recognition on the Forbes Cloud 100, CNBC Disruptor 50, Fortune Future 50, and Fortune Cyber 60 lists, and we recently took home the 2024 CRN Products of the Year award. We’re proud to be named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Managed Detection and Response Services and earning a Customers' Choice distinction from Gartner Peer Insights. Our Aurora Platform also received CRN’s Products of the Year award in the inaugural Security Operations Platform category. We proudly are a UK Great Place To Work multiple times – 2023, 2024, 2025. Join a company that’s not only leading - but also shaping - the future of security operations.
Our mission is simple: End Cyber Risk. We're looking for a Senior Legal Counsel – Remote in UK to help make this happen. The ideal candidate must be fluent in English and German.
Responsibilities
* Analyze, draft, and negotiate complex customer and partner contracts, including, subscription, software licensing and services arrangements, and provide back up on other commercial agreements, including vendor agreements and NDAs, as required.
* Support the needs of the global sales, channel, and customer success teams to manage the contracting, renewal and dispute processes and drive deals to closure.
* Where assigned, advise stakeholders regarding relevant issues and risks, and ensure our agreements reflect internal corporate policies and processes.
* Aid in the adoption and execution of controls necessary to ensure compliance as a third-party service provider, including drafting, reviewing, updating, and enforcing internal policies and procedures.
* Help enable the business to execute on commercial changes by understanding and providing guidance on relevant legal, privacy, and other compliance issues.
* Contribute to the formulation of playbook positions, the continuous improvement of department processes and templates, and assist with a range of commercial and corporate legal matters.
* Conduct and contribute to other legal projects, as needed.
Required Skills/Experience
* Fluent in German and English
* Fully qualified lawyer or similar qualification
* 5+ years combined experience in commercial transactions as a lawyer, in-house counsel, or Sourcing executive with experience focused on technology transactions (technology company preferred) or at an established law firm that services tech companies.
* Strong understanding of GDPR and other global data privacy laws and requirements.
* Experience with contracting with public sector and/or government entities, preferred.
* Sound and practical legal and business judgment with the ability to quickly assess risks, communicate those risks to business partners, and nimbly determine creative solutions to achieve agreeable resolutions.
* Possess an operational mindset to assist with driving and align to consistent and scalable internal practices and processes that support the business and corporate legal needs.
* Strong business and technology acumen with ability to assist in navigating commercial discussions with customers, partners, and vendors.
* Excellent written/verbal communication and negotiation skills.
* Ability to organize, prioritize and manage deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
* Highly responsive and service-oriented attitude.
* Extensive expertise with enterprise subscription agreements and related matters.
* Demonstrated experience in supporting sourcing, sales, channel, and customer success departments as an internal client.
* Demonstrated experience navigating data privacy and security issues in a commercial context.
* Ability to work in a high-volume environment while remaining analytical and detail oriented.
* Ability to own a process from start to finish and implement processes independently.
* Self-motivated yet able to work in a team environment.
* Proven ability to take initiative and build strong, productive relationships with team members and customers.
Our Offer
All wolves receive compelling compensation and benefits packages, including:
* Equity for all employees
* 28 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and paid volunteering days off
* Pension plan employer match
* Training and career development programs
* Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health service
* Comprehensive private benefits plan including medical insurance, virtual GP, optical and dental cashback, life insurance (4x basic salary) and group income protection.
* Fertility support and paid parental leave
We celebrate unique perspectives by creating a platform for all voices to be heard through our Pack Unity program. We encourage all employees to join or create a new alliance. See more about our Pack Unity here.
We also believe and practice corporate responsibility At Arctic Wolf, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that thrives on diversity of thought, background, and culture. This is reflected in our multiple awards, including Top Workplace USA (2021-2024), Best Places to Work – USA (2021-2024), Great Place to Work – Canada (2021-2024), Great Place to Work – UK (2024), and Kununu Top Company – Germany (2025). Our commitment to bold growth and shaping the future of security operations is matched by our dedication to customer satisfaction, with over 7,000 customers worldwide and more than 2,000 channel partners globally. As we continue to expand globally and enhance our technology, Arctic Wolf remains the most trusted name in the industry.
Our Values
Arctic Wolf recognizes that success comes from delighting our customers, so we work together to ensure that happens every day. We believe in diversity and inclusion, and truly value the unique qualities and unique perspectives all employees bring to the organization. And we appreciate that—by protecting people’s and organizations’ sensitive data and seeking to end cyber risk— we get to work in an industry that is fundamental to the greater good.
Arctic Wolf is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law. Arctic Wolf is committed to fostering a welcoming, accessible, respectful, and inclusive environment ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities. As such, we strive to make our entire employee experience as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for candidates and employees with disabilities and/or other specific needs where possible.
Security Requirements
Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with AWN’s Information Security policies, standards, processes, and controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of AWN business information (in accordance with our employee handbook and corporate policies).
Background checks are required for this position.
This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). Please note that, if applicable, an offer for employment will be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these laws and regulations.
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