General Counsel

Join the architects of e-Estonia and digital societies all over the world.

📍 Tallinn, Estonia.

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We are looking for a self-driven and open-minded in-house general counsel to support us with the legal aspects of Cybernetica’s global business.

Cybernetica has over 25 years of experience in building future-proof technologies that rely on research and development. Our unique expertise ranges from secure data exchange to digital identity, i-voting, information security, privacy technologies, AI and more. Currently our technologies are used in 35 countries all over the world.

Your main responsibilities may include

  • Advise the company’s management and other stakeholders on a range of corporate legal processes including public procurement, intellectual property, client agreements, personal data protection, corporate governance and HR matters

  • Explain to stakeholders the legal impacts and risks of different arrangements

  • Draft and review Cybernetica’s business contracts and other legal documents

  • Advise managers for compliance with internal and external regulations

  • Represent the company in legal proceedings

  • Stay ahead of the curve with regard to legislative developments impacting Cybernetica and liaising with external stakeholders, where necessary

As a successful candidate, you must have

  • Master's degree or equivalent degree in law

  • Previous experience in a law firm or as an in-house legal advisor

  • Proven background in corporate law (IT-law, public procurement, data protection, contract law, intellectual property etc.)

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to negotiate effectively

  • Very good Estonian and English

  • Independent analytical thinking, problem-solving attitude

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We are offering

  • Impactful work – you’ll have an opportunity to advise the development process of international mission critical IT products

  • Flexible working arrangements and autonomy

  • Working with a smart and supportive team of IT professionals

  • Collaboration with Cybernetica technology law research and consulting team

  • Possibility to attend work-related conferences or trainings of your own choice

  • Wide range of company benefits (paid health days, sports allowance or health insurance, different events etc)

  • Private office space in Tallinn

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Riigikaitsjate toetaja 2024

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Attractive Employer 2023

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Parim praktikakoht 2021

Why you'll enjoy working at Cybernetica?

We value an atmosphere of learning, collaboration and proactive problem solving, paying great attention also to work-life balance.

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Global impact 🌎

Work on tech used in Japan, UAE, the Bahamas and more than 30 other countries.

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Keep learning 🎓

Go to school while working. Learn new skills through paid seminars and conferences.

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Flexible office arrangement đź’»

Home office, office office, remote office - choose your own location!

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Bonuses & compensations đź’¶

Compensation for tech gadgets & paid work travel expenses, hefty referral bonus.

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Sound mind & healthy body 👟

5 paid days off per year for either illness or mental health, sports compensation.

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Supportive team 👏

We have over 100 employees in both of our offices in Tallinn and Tartu.

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Oliver Väärtnõu, CEO

“We have crafted a culture in Cybernetica that is supportive, inclusive and equal.”

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Helena Jõgi, Head of HR

“We're looking for smart, diligent and fearless people to join our team. Our culture is close-knit, but friendly and inclusive, and you'll be supported by colleagues and managers alike.”

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Interested to know more?

Our Senior Recruiter Liis will be happy to answer your questions.