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AMBOSS

Legal Counsel – IT & Data Protection

AMBOSS

. Advise product and engineering teams on data protection from concept to launch, including AI-based features and new markets .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeBerlin • GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in data protection law, particularly GDPR, with the ability to translate complex legal requirements into actionable product features. Proven experience in advising cross-functional teams on data protection strategies and risk assessments.

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Legal QualificationExperience In IT LawStrong Knowledge Of GDPRData Protection Risk AssessmentsGerman Proficiency

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Hard Skills
Data ProtectionRisk AssessmentData Processing AgreementsRegulatory ComplianceTechnical SpecificationsData Subject RequestsAI-Based FeaturesData Protection OperationsLegal TechnologyData Flows
Soft Skills
Stakeholder CommunicationPractical Decision-MakingCollaboration
Certifications & Qualifications
Diploma1st State ExamLLM
Industry Keywords
Data Protection RegulationsInternational Data ProtectionProduct EnvironmentLegal ComplianceTechnical Curiosity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Advise product and engineering teams on data protection from concept to launch, including AI-based features and new markets
  • Own data protection risk assessments across systems and processes
  • Track international data protection, related regulations, and AI-related rules
  • Review and negotiate data processing agreements
  • Assess new software and vendors
  • Own policies, records of processing activities, and data subject requests
  • Simplify, standardise, and automate data protection operations
  • Collaborate with the DPO, General Counsel, Legal team, and external advisers

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Legal qualification (Diploma; 1st state exam, LLM or international equivalent)
  • At least 4 years of experience in IT law and data protection at a law firm or in-house
  • Track record of giving practical, decision-ready advice to diverse stakeholders
  • Strong working knowledge of GDPR and its pragmatic application in a product environment
  • Experience working alongside engineering, product, and technical teams
  • Ability to translate legal, regulatory, and compliance requirements into actionable product features, technical specifications, and workflows
  • Technical curiosity and ability to understand systems and data flows
  • Pragmatic interest in AI and legal technology
  • German proficiency at A1/A2, B1/B2, C1, or C2 level
  • Valid work permit for the country of application

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • 30 paid vacation days
  • AMBOSS holiday
  • Personal purpose day
  • Daily healthy breakfast and lunch by in-house chef in Berlin HQ
  • AMBOSS daycare
  • Ability to work remotely from other office spaces in Cologne, Sardinia, and Cape Town
  • Urban Sports Club M plan
  • Fitbit Versa 3
  • Deutschland Ticket
  • Employee benefits supporting financial, physical, and mental health and work-life harmony