Hybrid Legal Counsel

at ICEYE

• Job title: Legal Counsel
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Postgraduate Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Espoo, Finland

About the role

• Legal Counsel at ICEYE managing corporate governance and compliance across global operations. Collaborating with stakeholders to mitigate legal and business risks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the company’s corporate governance framework, including maintenance of subsidiaries, board and shareholder documentation, and regulatory filings.
• Advise management and the board on governance requirements under Finnish and applicable international laws.
• Coordinate with external counsel for corporate registrations, filings, and notarial matters globally.
• Support and administer group subsidiary management.
• Provide legal support on employment-related matters, including drafting and reviewing employment agreements, managing terminations, and advising on HR policies and procedures.
• Support compliance with Finnish employment law and coordinate cross-border employment issues in collaboration with HR.
• Advise on employee relations and disciplinary matters, balancing legal compliance with organizational culture.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining the company’s compliance and ethics program.
• Support the creation and delivery of compliance training and awareness initiatives for employees.
• Monitor changes in laws and regulations relevant to the company’s operations and recommend compliance measures.
• Manage investigations into potential compliance issues in cooperation with relevant stakeholders.
• Oversee and maintain contract templates for various business needs, ensuring consistency, compliance, and commercial practicality.
• Provide legal advice on contract negotiation and drafting, including NDAs, service agreements, vendor contracts, and other commercial arrangements.
• Develop internal guidelines and best practices for contract review and approval processes.
• Support the administration and documentation of the company’s equity incentive and employee share programs.
• Liaise with Finance, HR, and external advisors to ensure compliance with applicable tax and securities regulations.
• Identify, assess, and help mitigate legal and business risks across corporate functions.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop policies and frameworks for risk mitigation.
• Support insurance and liability management programs.
• Provide legal input for strategic corporate initiatives, restructurings, and financing transactions.
• Support due diligence, M&A, and other strategic projects as needed.
• Assist in developing internal legal policies, processes, and knowledge management tools.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Law (LL.M. or equivalent) and qualification to practice law in Finland.
• ~ 5-7 years of experience in corporate or commercial law, ideally in a multinational company or leading law firm.
• Strong understanding of Finnish corporate and employment law; experience with international legal issues is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (Finnish language proficiency is an advantage).
• High integrity, discretion, and sound judgment in handling confidential matters.

Benefits

• Occupational healthcare, occupational, and accident insurance
• A yearly benefit budget to spend as you wish (i.e. on sport, transport, bike benefit, wellness, lunch, etc.)
• Phone subscription with iPhone of choice
• Relocation support (i.e. flight tickets, accommodation, relocation agency support)
• Time for self-development, research, training, conferences, or certification schemes
• Inspiring and collaborating offices and silent workspaces enable you to focus
• Continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture that values collaboration, curiosity, and integrity.