Location: Berlin, Germany
Job ID: 83575
We Elevate... Quality of life

Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you'll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. By joining us, you don't just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.

Join us as a
Legal Counsel (m/f/d) Data/Digital and Contracting, 80-100%

As part of Schindler's Global Legal & Compliance Team, you will play a key role in supporting our digital transformation and ensuring compliance in critical areas.

Your benefits at a glance: * Competitive salary and benefits package, plus 30 days of vacation
* Flexible and mobile working options to support your professional and personal life
* Shape the future of urban mobility: crisis-proof and future-oriented elevator industry
* Become part of a global player with a clear commitment to safety, sustainability and smart mobility solutions
* Collaborate cross-border: engage with colleagues worldwide on strategic projects, which have an impact on millions of people every day, on world-changing products and experience our digital technologies


* Provide legal advice across the Schindler organization on technology, data and privacy matters in the day-to-day operations
* Advise on projects for the implementation of new regulations in the areas of IT, data and cybersecurity at Schindler, within the EU/EEA (e.g., NIS 2, AI Act, Data Act, Cyber Resilience Act) and globally, including ongoing post-implementation legal guidance
* Draft and negotiate global sourcing contracts in the areas of IT and digital
* Provide legal advice on the development and marketing of new digital products and services
* Contribute to the ongoing improvement of Schindler's programs on compliance with privacy, data, cybersecurity and IT regulations and related governance processes
* Develop and publish guidelines and training materials addressing various legal aspects in the areas of technology, data and privacy
* Next to your main responsibilities per the above, you occasionally also provide legal advice on contracts with our customers and related fields

* Law degree and admission to the Bar in Germany or another EU/EEA country, postgraduate studies (e.g., LL.M.) or work experience abroad is an advantage
* Several years of professional experience, preferably in a law firm or as an in-house counsel in an industrial environment
* Demonstrated legal know-how in the areas of IT contracting, digitalization, cybersecurity, AI and data privacy
* Excellent German and English language skills, every other language is an advantage
* Passion for and curiosity about technology and its intersection with data and business
* Interest in and/or affinity to the machine manufacturing industry
* Proactive, solution-oriented mindset and team player mentality
* Excellent communication and people skills, including the ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders across different geographies and organizational levels
* Project management skills, including the ability to flag risks and propose mitigation actions

* Company events: Celebrate great occasions with the Schindler team, such as the Schindler summer festival, a Germany-wide football tournament, and much more
* Grow individually and as a team: We support you as you start your new job, providing individual feedback and professional and personal training measures (both national and international programs)
* Working environment: As a multiple award-winning "Top Employer," we offer you a job in a future-oriented and crisis-proof industry, with a diverse range of products and an attractive, performance-based salary
* Values and culture: We treat everyone with respect, prioritize our employees, and support them in reaching their goals
* Diversity: We promote a culture of diversity - our code of ethics, regular training, and clear processes form the basis for our open, respectful, and appreciative cooperation
* Well-being: We offer a free family service to support you in all situations, from advice to arranging on-site help
* Employee discounts: Benefit from various discounts through our corporate benefits program

Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow.

Are you ready to embark on a new path? Join #TeamSchindler!
For further questions, Vladislav Hackenberg, Schindler Digital Innovation GmbH, is happy to assist you at (+49) 3070292178

For more information, visit our career website.

At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practice equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavor that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, color, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health or disability.

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