Legal Counsel (all genders)

Location: Vienna, Austria - valid work permit required
Language requirements: German native and English full professional proficient
Experience requirements: 5 years as Legal Counsel
Gross salary range: EUR 65k - 75k/year
Employment type: full time, all-in contract, no freelancing

Who We Are: At fiskaly, innovation drives us. We're reshaping the landscape of fiscal compliance with our cloud-based solutions for electronic receipts and invoices. Our team thrives on diversity and collaboration, committed to creating a supportive environment where everyone's contributions are valued. Join us to play a key role in our mission!

The role: At fiskaly, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the legal framework that supports our innovative fiscalization services. You are responsible for overseeing all legal aspects within fiskaly and its subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with local and international laws, and supporting various departments with legal advice on a wide range of matters, from contract negotiations to data protection.

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll be working closely with CEO & COO, VP of Sales, Product Team, Finance Team and Compliance Team
• You’ll be developing and refining SaaS terms and conditions for both individual and general contracts, ensuring they are tailored to meet the needs of our diverse client base while adhering to various international laws and regulations
• You’ll create comprehensive terms and conditions for our company and its subsidiaries, designed to support our unique business model and facilitate our growth in existing and new markets
• You’ll be negotiating enterprise contracts with customers, leveraging your expertise to establish agreements that are beneficial and fair, ensuring long-term success for both parties
• You’ll drive and support negotiations with suppliers, to secure favorable terms that contribute to our operational efficiency and product excellence
• You’ll be in communication with authorities to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, securing necessary approvals, and fostering positive relationships that benefit our business operations
• You’ll provide legal support across all departments, including CEO, COO, CTO, information security, data protection, business development in international markets, requirement analysis for fiscalization products, and employment matters
• You’ll coordinate between teams and external stakeholders while navigating various legal areas such as tax, corporate, contract, labor, and data protection law, ensuring our products meet regulatory requirements

You're a fit if

• You value diversity and inclusion, regardless of gender, heritage, beliefs, or identity
• You are an enabler, supporting different teams in shaping solutions
• You have excellent comprehension skills for legal texts in German and English
• You're used to reporting to and directly working for Senior Management
• You are interested in researching laws and regulations of different countries
• You have excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to non-legal colleagues and negotiate effectively with external parties
• You are proactive, solution-oriented, and able to work independently, while also being a collaborative team player
• You are looking for a high-performer position and you have a hands-on attitude and mindset
• You are proficient in identifying legal “construction sites” within the company and fixing them
• You're experienced or open to exploring how AI and automation can streamline legal processes, improve compliance, and support more efficient contract and document management

You'll impress us if

•  You have experiences in a regulated technology area & M&A
• You have experiences within the SaaS Startup / Scaleup industry
• You have experience in the fields of tax law, corporate law, contract law, labor law, data protection 
• You’re able to properly assess the impact and risks of having contracts under Austrian, German, Spanish and Italian law
• You have professional working proficiency in a language other than German or English
• You demonstrate a deep understanding of the fiscalization niche and the specific legal challenges it presents, including international expansion
• You have shown the ability to develop innovative legal strategies that not only ensure compliance but also support business objectives and growth
• You have a proven track record of successfully handling legal matters in a fast-paced, tech-driven environment, particularly in international settings
• You possess additional qualifications or expertise in international law
• You dare to lead and to discover new ways of solving complex problems

What we can offer

• The possibility to grow, to try new things, and to fail and to learn in a supportive and encouraging environment
• Flexible working hours and a hybrid work arrangement
• A budget for personal and professional development 
• A public transportation ticket
• Company hardware of your choice (Windows, Linux or Mac)
• Individual access to a mental health platform, because we care about a mindful environment
• Access to a spacious and light office next to the subway station (Neubaugasse U3)
• A vibrant, inclusive company culture that values your well-being and personal growth
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Why choose fiskaly?
Forget monotony and rigid structures - fiskaly is all about innovation, openness, and flexibility. We're a team that celebrates diversity and is driven by the challenge of transforming an industry. Still thinking you might not tick every box? We say, apply anyway. We believe in growth, learning, and the unique value you bring to the table.