Legal Representative - English - Nijmegen

Our client is an international leader in global IT services based in Nijmegen; specializes in centralized procurement and global standardization of IT infrastructure. Which means they provide global deployment solutions, IT infrastructure management and professional services.

Responsibilities/Tasks

As Legal Representative you serve as the primary contact for legal and data protection matters, ensuring compliance, mitigating risks, and supporting organizational goals. Key responsibilities include managing legal documentation and contracts, optimizing processes, ensuring GDPR and data privacy compliance, and conducting training across departments.

• Serve as the go-to person for internal and external legal queries.




• Collaborate with external attorneys to meet deadlines and align with organizational goals.




• Provide cross-departmental training on legal standards.




• Organize and address internal legal requests promptly.




• Provide proactive input to enhance legal processes and documentation.




• Draft, review, and update legal documents in collaboration with our legal counsel.




• Maintain a centralized legal hub with version control and ISO compliance.




• Manage contracts from inception to renewal, ensuring compliance and timely updates.




• Conduct monthly meetings to report on tasks and projects.




• Communicate legal changes, risks, and compliance updates to stakeholders.




• Stay informed on legal developments relevant to our operations.

Data Protection & Compliance Responsibilities:

While experience with GDPR is a valuable asset, this role covers wider legal tasks. The DPO ensures compliance with data protection laws, assesses incidents involving sensitive data, audits data retention, reviews suppliers for privacy risks, drafts Data Processing Agreements (DPAs), and stays updated on legal changes.

Requirements

• You have a Bachelor's or master's in legal studies.




• You speak English on a professional level.




• You have excellent skills in Microsoft Office packages such as Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams etc.




• You have at least 2 years of proven working experience in legal operations, compliance, or a related role within an international-minded company.




• You have a strong understanding of GDPR and data privacy regulations.




• You have excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.




• You have the ability to train team members effectively.




• You are proficient in legal document management and CRM systems.

What's in it for you:

• A permanent contract from the start




• A growth path with the potential to quickly grow in responsibilities




• An attractive pension plan




• Complete and ongoing training from the start




• International feel in a multicultural team across several countries




• An exciting workplace that includes among other perks a company gym, a free weekly group professional trainer on site, and an attractive company lunch plan.




• Participating in a team full of energy, positivity, and fun

Our client is an international leader in global IT services; specializes in centralized procurement and global standardization of IT infrastructure.