Overview
Senior Legal Counsel – AI Law, Data Protection & IT (Linz or Graz)
Location: Linz (preferred) or Graz, Austria
Industry: Industrial Automation / Digital Solutions / Smart Logistics
Language: Fluent German and English
Responsibilities
* Advise management and internal stakeholders on all legal issues relating to AI regulation, data protection (GDPR), IT contracts, and digital products.
* Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial and technology contracts including SaaS agreements, data processing arrangements, and software development deals.
* Monitor and implement emerging AI legislation (EU AI Act) and coordinate internal compliance initiatives.
* Develop internal policies and training to strengthen legal awareness and data governance.
* Act as an interface between legal, IT, compliance, and data security teams on global projects.
* Support strategic initiatives related to digital innovation, automation, and AI-driven solutions.
* Coordinate with external counsel as needed across multiple jurisdictions.
Profile
* 5+ years’ experience in IT, data protection, or technology law (in-house or in top-tier law firm).
* Expertise in EU data protection, AI regulation, and digital contract law.
* Strong commercial mindset with the ability to balance legal risk and business priorities.
* Excellent communication skills in German and English.
* Interest in technology, automation, and innovation-driven industries.
Offer
* A key legal role in an international environment with direct impact on digital and AI strategy.
* Opportunity to shape internal compliance structures and influence group-level legal governance.
* Hybrid working model and competitive compensation package.
* A stimulating work culture in the Linz office, surrounded by forward-thinking professionals in engineering, IT, and product development.
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