Junior Legal Counsel Benelux

Why SoftwareOne?

SoftwareOne is a global software and cloud solutions provider and distributor, powered by around 12,000 people across more than 70 countries. But what really makes us SoftwareOne is our people: curious minds, different perspectives, and talented teams working together to solve real challenges and create meaningful impact. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, explore new possibilities, and build a career that’s uniquely yours, while helping shape what’s next in technology.

The role

• Are you ready to join a global leader in software and cloud solutions?
• Are you keen to advise on complex software licensing and other commercial technology agreements?
• Do you want to work alongside experienced Legal Counsel and become a trusted advisor?

Location: Amsterdam, The Netherlands | Reports to: Regional General Counsel WEMEA | Team Size: 3 | Work Arrangement: Hybrid | Visa Requirements: Valid work visa for the Netherlands | Language Requirements: Native Dutch, professional English | Learn more: softwareone.com

As our new Legal Counsel, you will support our growing business in the Benelux countries. Working closely with two experienced colleagues, you will provide practical and commercially focused legal guidance that enables business growth while managing risk in accordance with company standards. 

Key Responsibilities

• Advise operational teams across the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg on a broad range of legal matters in order to drive informed business decisions
• Review, draft, and negotiate customer, supplier, and partner agreements with a focus on software and SaaS contracts
• Provide legal support to the Bid Management team on public tender submissions
• Manage multiple legal matters and projects while maintaining high quality, accuracy, and professional integrity standards
• Partner with stakeholders across Sales, Finance, Operations and Marketing to support business objectives
• Collaborate with the wider Corporate Group Legal team on regional and cross-functional initiatives, as required

What we need to see from you

• Bachelor’s degree in Dutch law
• Experience gained in a law firm and/or an international in-house corporate environment, ideally within the Software or SaaS sector
• Experience in at least two, and eagerness to develop in all of the following areas: B2B contract law, corporate law, Software/SaaS contracting, public tender regulations, data protection, and cybersecurity regulations
• Native Dutch language skills and confidence reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contractual documentation in English
• Commercial mindset with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams
• High attention to detail, self-motivation, collaboration, and communication skills
• Minimum of 32 hours per week availability

What we offer:

• A close-knit, international community where everyone can be themselves   
• The freedom and trust to shape your own path, and bring others along with you   
• Plenty of room for personal development through training, mentoring, and knowledge sharing, including a meaningful annual personal budget for external education  
• Hybrid working - partly from our Amsterdam office, partly from home   
• Unlimited vacation time  
• A competitive salary, strong secondary benefits, and a real focus on wellbeing and job satisfaction   
• Team activities, lunches, social drinks, and moments to laugh and learn together  

Job Function

Legal & Compliance
Accommodations

SoftwareOne welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and abilities to apply. If you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process, email us at [email protected].   

Please include the role for which you are applying and your country location. Someone from our organization that is not part of the decision-making process will be in touch to discuss your specific needs and we will make every effort to accommodate you. Any information shared will be stored securely and treated in the strictest of confidence in line with GDPR.  

At SoftwareOne, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.  Additionally, we encourage experienced individuals that have taken an intentional career break and are now prepared to return to work to explore our SOAR program.