Legal Counsel - Legal team

The Legal Counsel at Readdle is primarily responsible for managing legal affairs across various jurisdictions. This includes drafting and negotiating contracts, assessing business initiatives for legal compliance, and offering guidance on internal inquiries. The role also involves protecting Readdle’s intellectual property and ensuring adherence to labor laws relevant to positions in the jurisdictions where Readdle operates.

To apply for the Legal Counsel position at Readdle, candidates must have a law degree and at least 3 years of experience in a similar legal role. Strong drafting and communication skills in English are essential, along with a solid understanding of both legal and commercial matters. Additional qualifications related to international taxation, GDPR, and local legal standards in Ukraine or Poland can enhance a candidate's profile.

The Legal Counsel plays a critical role in Readdle’s global expansion by ensuring that all business activities comply with local and international laws. This includes providing legal assessments of new projects and partnerships, which enables Readdle to reduce risks and move forward with confidence, further supporting the company’s growth objectives.

The Legal Counsel at Readdle will provide essential support to various teams, including Marketing, Finance, and HR. This involves offering legal guidance on advertising compliance for marketing initiatives, advising finance-related contractual matters, and addressing employment law issues within the HR framework. This collaborative effort ensures that all operations align with legal standards.

The work culture at Readdle is customer-centric, inclusive, and innovative. Legal Counsel will be part of a collaborative environment that values transparency and teamwork. Readdle places a strong emphasis on professional growth, encouraging employees to provide feedback and strive for continuous improvement, creating a fulfilling and impactful workplace.

When answering this question, highlight specific experiences where you successfully negotiated contracts. Discuss your approach, the challenges you faced, and how your efforts benefited your previous employer, emphasizing your attention to detail and risk management.

In your response, outline the methods you use to stay informed about regulations, such as regular training, networking with peers, and utilizing resources. Mention specific tools or processes you've implemented in your previous roles to ensure compliance.

Share your experiences implementing IP protection strategies, such as thorough registration processes, monitoring for infringement, and educating internal teams about the importance of IP. Provide examples of how these strategies were effective in previous roles.

Illustrate your communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders. Mention how you prioritize their needs while ensuring they understand the legal implications, and provide an example of a challenging inquiry you successfully navigated.

Describe a specific case where you analyzed a complex legal issue, your steps in addressing it, and the outcome. This will demonstrate your problem-solving skills and your ability to handle high-stakes situations effectively.

Discuss the process you undertake when evaluating and revising legal templates. Emphasize the importance of compliance, clarity, and efficiency, and share examples of how your revisions improved legal processes in past roles.

Outline your understanding of international law, and how you would assess potential risks and ensure compliance in new regions. Mention any experiences you've had in supporting expansion and how you collaborated with other departments during the process.

Highlight any relevant experience you have with GDPR compliance, data protection strategies, and how you’ve helped organizations navigate these regulations. Providing examples will enhance your credibility in this area.

Share the resources you rely on, such as legal journals, webinars, and professional networks. Mention your commitment to ongoing education to ensure you remain knowledgeable about current trends and regulations in the legal field.

In your response, align your personal and professional values with Readdle’s mission and culture. Mention what excites you about the company’s innovative approach, customer focus, and the opportunity to grow alongside such a talented team.