Legal Counsel

Join Proton and build a better internet where privacy is the default

Proton was founded in 2014 by scientists from CERN on a simple truth: privacy is a fundamental human right. Since then weve built the worlds largest encrypted email service (Proton Mail) and expanded into Proton VPN Proton Drive Proton Pass and Proton Calendar tools used by millions globally to protect their freedom fight censorship and keep their data some situations Proton has literally helped save lives.

We are profitable independent (no VC control) and selectively hire from the top 1% of applicants. Our 700 team members across 50 countries come from leading organizations and elite academic backgrounds. We move fast keep hierarchy light and prioritize impact over optics. If you want to do meaningful work with exceptionally high-caliber people this is it. Check our open-source projects here.

The Legal Team

Protons legal function covers everything from GDPR enforcement and government data requests to commercial contracting and AI regulation across products used by millions globally including journalists activists and organizations operating in high-risk environments. The team is small embedded directly in the business and expected to give fast clear commercially grounded advice without layers of escalation. Were growing the function as Protons B2B business scales and the AI regulatory landscape becomes more complex.

What Youll Do

• Own legal review for product launches across Proton Mail VPN Drive Pass and Calendar identifying regulatory risks before they reach users
• Draft negotiate and close SaaS vendor and partnership agreements with minimal external counsel involvement
• Advise on GDPR compliance and handle user data requests regulatory inquiries and government data requests in line with Protons privacy commitments
• Build the legal and governance framework for Protons AI-driven features including EU AI Act compliance and responsible data use policies
• Identify gaps in contracts templates and internal compliance processes and fix them reducing legal bottlenecks across the business
• Support expansion into new markets by assessing regulatory requirements and enabling product rollout

Who You Are

• 35 years of legal experience in a law firm or in-house role with meaningful exposure to technology SaaS or digital platforms
• Solid working knowledge of GDPR and EU data protection law applied in practice
• Demonstrated ability to draft and negotiate commercial technology contracts independently
• Strong business judgment you give clear actionable advice and know when to flag a real problem versus when to let the team ship
• Fluent in English; French German or Spanish is a genuine plus given our EU footprint

Nice to Have - Exposure to AI regulation (EU AI Act) or advising on AI product development - Experience with government legal requests or regulatory enforcement proceedings

What We Offer

• Work that Matters: Millions of people trust Proton with their privacy. We answer only to our users not advertisers not investors with conflicting agendas not governments.
• A Great Team: Diverse collaborative and tight knit with people from MIT Harvard Stanford Caltech Cambridge ETH and more.
• Technology: The right hardware and software to do your best work.
• Learning & Development: We invest in your growth. Proton is one of the fastest ways to accelerate your career real challenges real ownership from day one.
• Employee Benefits: Strong health coverage solid retirement options generous leave and wellness support.
• Stock Options: From day one you have a real stake in what were building. When Proton wins you win.
• In-Person Collaboration: Offices across Geneva Zürich Barcelona London and more. Youll spend most of your time collaborating face-to-face.
• Food: Lunch and snacks on us every day in the office.
• Transport: We cover public transport bike allowances or parking whichever works for you.
• Flexible Working: You own your schedule. Outcomes matter more than clock-in times.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Proton we believe diversity drives innovation and strengthens our mission to provide privacy as a default for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals regardless of race ethnicity gender age sexual orientation physical ability or socio-economic background feel valued and empowered.

If you need any extra support or reasonable adjustments during the hiring process please let your talent partner know.

Candidate Privacy Notice

When you apply for a position at Proton Technologies AG your information is stored in Greenhouse in accordance with its Service Privacy Policy. This information is used to evaluate your suitability for the posted position and may be retained for future roles.

If we no longer have a legitimate business need to process your information we will either delete or anonymise it. For questions about your data contact:

Proton does not accept unsolicited CVs from any sources other than directly from candidates.

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