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
Key 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
* Fully qualified Austrian or German lawyer (Rechtsanwalt/Rechtsanwältin or equivalent).
* 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.
* Occasional travel to Styria required.