Legal Counsel

Lenus is looking for a new Legal Counsel for our Copenhagen Office!

Join the health revolution!

At Lenus we are fundamentally energized by our shared vision: making the world a healthier and happier place. Could you see yourself working for a great purpose in a dynamic global culture Then we might be a great match.

Who are we looking for

Do you want to play a vital role as Legal Counsel in a modern legal department helping to improve peoples health and happiness Were looking for a proactive person who can thrive in a global data and AI-driven company. If youre passionate about business law commercial topics and tech law whilst reducing legal complexities and fostering innovation this role is perfect for you. The ideal candidate cares deeply about their work and our mission thrives in fast-paced environments and brings critical thinking optimism and resilience.

Key Responsibilities

• Negotiate and draft agreements amendments and other legal documents
• Support stakeholders by providing ad-hoc legal advice where needed
• Ensure compliance as we scale further into existing and new markets
• Collaborate with various departments to address and resolve legal matters
• Stay current with legal changes that might impact the business
• Identify ways to streamline legal processes using innovative technologies such as AI

Qualifications

We value diverse experiences and backgrounds. While not all qualifications are mandatory the ideal candidate should possess:

• A .(jur.) or . or an equivalent law degree (such as an LL.M. from another EU country)
• Its a plus if you have 1-3 years of experience at a law firm and/or as an in-house legal counsel ideally in a fast paced environment.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills and you enjoy thinking creatively to identify solutions while working closely with various teams across the company.
• Familiarity with international contracting processes and requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to address complex legal issues quickly and effectively.
• Clear and confident verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
• A pragmatic and proactive mindset - you can identify issues and opportunities early and take initiative to resolve them.
• A go-getter optimistic attitude and a desire to learn quickly while contributing to Lenus success from day one.
• Fluency in English both written and spoken.

We encourage you to apply even if you dont tick all the boxes!

The Team

Youll be a valued member of our close-knit and dynamic legal team that is split between our Copenhagen HQ and our New York office. Our team is driven by curiosity optimism and trust. We take ownership of our projects and strive to always deliver with the highest quality while effectively balancing speed and efficiency. We move at a rapid pace and constantly adapt to shifting priorities and while this isnt for everyone those who thrive here put team over ego and are able to stay focused on the bigger picture. We nurture a culture of innovation and teamwork encouraging individuals to contribute meaningfully to our collective success.

Benefits & Perks

• Regular development feedback cycles and mentoring to accelerate your growth
• Opportunity to be awarded equity and share in Lenus long-term growth and success
• Mandatory pension (2% employer contribution) and insurance through AP Pension
• Sports and activities like paddle tournaments Football Club Run & Dip and much more!
• Regular team gatherings and monthly social events across all our offices plus company-wide celebrations.
• Healthy daily snacks and fuel. Our offices are set up with fruits snack bars and a selection of drinks
• Dog friendly office
• A Macbook and other hardware to support you in your daily work

Well be going through applications frequently so if this sounds like a great opportunity for you hit apply and our Talent Acquisition Team will go through it and be in touch with you!

Please submit your application in English

About Lenus

Lenus was founded in Denmark by Bertram Thorslund in 2016. We are a health technology company that empowers health coaches to scale their businesses through the use of pioneering technology and our in-house business health and innovation expertise.

Were inspiring a new generation of health coaches. People who have the power to move not only bodies but minds too. We are at the forefront of an industry under rapid transformation and our strategic innovations pave the path for the change we want to see. Happier and healthier people.

In 2021 Lenus received the largest series A funding round in Denmarks history. Since then the company has grown from 5 to over 300 employees and today Lenus is headquartered in Copenhagen with offices in New York London Aarhus Amsterdam Stockholm Berlin Hamburg Madrid Helsinki Oslo Toronto Miami Southern California & beyond.