Legal Counsel
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Job Description
Who we are:
AVATR is about bringing people together connecting ideas and cultures: we believe people from different backgrounds working together in a multidisciplinary atmosphere inspire each other to create a design composition that in the long run radiates its richness from the inside out.
AVATR inspired by avatar aims to enable each user to create another self in an intelligent parallel world becoming your most emotional intelligent companion. Our technology focuses on emotional intelligence and stands for casual luxury with forward-looking design and warm technology. Through a holistic approach the brand looks at the big picture and by understanding users lifestyle and desires to enable them to pursue what they love.
As an explorer in the new track of smart electric vehicles (SEV) AVATR is committed to building an international high-end SEV brand.
More about AVATR: its like to work with us:
Our Design Center is a vivid platform where people from all over the world will find a stage to unleash their talents! It is a place where ideas and innovative minds meet. A bold and lively discourse of different views and multidimensional design thinking are always welcome here. Authenticity and originality based on our unique design philosophy generate remarkable designs. The AVATR Design Center feels like a small creative family with the vision to find solutions towards future high-end with a humanized spirit.
-Nader Faghihzadeh Chief Design Officer at AVATR
AVATR Global Design Center is looking for an experienced and highly motivated Legal Counsel to join our Munich-based legal team. In this role you will support the Legal Manager in overseeing and executing the companys legal and compliance functions with particular emphasis on commercial law data protection intellectual property (IP) rights and internal audit and risk control. The ideal candidate will bring strong legal expertise combined with practical business-oriented judgment to effectively manage legal risks while enabling operational goals.
What you will do:
- Commercial Law
- Draft review negotiate and advise on a wide range of commercial agreements including sales purchasing service licensing and distribution contracts.
- Ensure contractual terms are aligned with company policies regulatory requirements and risk exposure thresholds.
- Develop and maintain contract templates and standard legal documentation to improve efficiency and compliance.
- Data Protection & Intellectual Property
- Advise on data protection laws and regulations including GDPR and support implementation of relevant compliance procedures.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to conduct data privacy impact assessments and ensure best practices in data handling.
- Support the registration protection and enforcement of IP rights (trademarks copyrights patents) and manage external counsel relationships where applicable.
- Risk Management & Internal Audit and Controls
- Monitor legal and regulatory developments (EU and German law) and evaluate their impact on the companys operations.
- Assist in drafting and updating internal policies and procedures related to compliance ethics anti-bribery and anti-corruption.
- Support internal audits and investigations by identifying potential legal risks and evaluating internal control systems.
- Facilitate cross-functional cooperation in implementing effective risk mitigation strategies.
What you will bring:
- Education: Qualified lawyer with a law degree from a recognized institution; admission to practice law in Germany or equivalent jurisdiction.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience in a corporate legal department or reputable law firm with demonstrated experience in contract law data protection and compliance.
- Legal Expertise: Strong knowledge of German and European commercial law GDPR IP rights management and corporate compliance frameworks.
- Languages: Native or fluent in German and English (written and spoken). Proficiency in Chinese is a strong advantage.
- Excellent legal drafting and analytical skills.
- Strong attention to detail with a pragmatic approach to legal problem-solving.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels.
- High level of integrity professionalism and confidentiality.
What we offer:
- Competitive Salary: Reflecting your skills and experience.
- Hybrid Working: Flexibility to work both remotely and in the office.
- Health & Wellness: Access to the Wellhub Pass for your well-being.
- Employee Development: Learning opportunities and training programs to support your career growth.
- Transport Support: Deutschland ticket or fuel card.
- Meal Allowance: For lunch at the canteen.
- Gifts: Celebratory gifts for work anniversaries and Chinese New Year.
- Company Events: Regular team-building and social activities.
- Optional Company Pension Scheme: Available based on your needs.
- Inclusive Culture: A diverse supportive environment where every voice is valued.
Thank you for considering joining our team! We look forward to hearing from you and hope you become a part of our company. If you are interested in the position please apply now. We are excited about the possibility of working together to create a bright future!
Employment Type
Full Time
