Meet DeepL

DeepL is a global communications platform powered by Language AI. Since 2017, we've been on a mission to break down language barriers. Our human‑sounding translations and intelligent writing suggestions are designed with enterprise security in mind. Today they enable over 100,000 businesses to transform communications, reach new markets, and improve productivity, while empowering millions of individuals worldwide to make sense of the world and express their ideas.

Our Goal

Our goal is to become the global leader in Language‑AI, building products that drive better communication, foster connections, and make a real‑life impact.

What sets us apart

We blend modern technology, competitive benefits, and an open, welcoming work culture that enables our people to thrive. Our products have helped countless people worldwide and, together with our mission to improve communication, bring cultures closer together. Being part of DeepL means joining a team dedicated to innovation and employee well‑being. Discover what our teams have to say about life at DeepL on LinkedIn, Instagram and our Blog.

Meet the team behind this journey

DeepL's Legal department is seeking a Legal Counsel to join our Legal Technology team, focusing on commercial, procurement and marketing functions. Our Legal team is at the forefront of AI and innovation, tackling unique legal challenges and helping to shape the future of AI. We value agility, creative thinking and a bias toward action. This is an opportunity to join a team of distinguished lawyers from international jurisdictions and contribute to a growing, visionary company.

Your responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate and close a wide range of commercial and procurement agreements, with a focus on IT procurement (SaaS, software licensing), general services (MSAs and SOWs) and marketing contracts (events, sponsorships, video production, creative services and speaker and logo releases).
• Handle other commercial requests from teams across the company, including Procurement, Marketing, Engineering, Product, Research, Sales and People.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including Finance, Privacy, Customer and GtM Legal to facilitate deal closure and provide cohesive legal advice.
• Oversee legal guidance and support processes for NDAs and DPAs with suppliers, mentoring junior legal team members as needed.
• Advise Marketing teams on a wide range of global marketing activities, including promotional and public‑facing materials, campaigns, email marketing, events, content production and consent requirements.
• Identify legal and commercial risks and provide clear, practical, business‑focused advice to relevant teams to mitigate these risks.
• Stay up‑to‑date on evolving legal and regulatory developments across multiple jurisdictions and apply this knowledge to contract drafting and risk assessments.
• Support the development, implementation and continuous improvement of contract templates, online terms and conditions, playbooks and legal processes.
• Conduct training sessions for business teams on contract law, marketing, intellectual property and other relevant legal topics.

Qualities we look for

• You are a fully qualified lawyer within your jurisdiction. Admission to practice law in the UK or Germany is preferred.
• A successful candidate should have at least 3+ years of relevant post‑qualification legal experience (in‑house experience in the areas of technology and content is strongly preferred).
• You have demonstrated expertise in the areas of commercial contracts, SaaS and software licensing, international marketing, content creation (content development, production and distribution), intellectual property and data privacy and protection.
• You have practical experience in advising procurement or purchasing departments.
• You have experience advising on relevant areas of law in several jurisdictions (preferably the UK, the US, Germany and Japan).
• You have proven experience in an international environment. Experience working in a global tech company is highly desirable.
• You are comfortable working independently, managing competing priorities and collaborating effectively with global stakeholders.
• You have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• You are willing to work in a highly demanding, fast‑changing and fast‑paced environment. You bring business‑oriented thinking and strong problem‑solving skills.
• You are able to prioritise and organise your workload according to risks and company requirements, especially regarding time‑sensitive matters.
• You are fluent in English.

What we offer

• Diverse and internationally distributed team: our team includes more than 90 nationalities and spans the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, the US, and Japan.
• Open communication, regular feedback: clear, honest communication and direct, actionable feedback is valued.
• Hybrid work, flexible hours: a hybrid schedule with office twice a week and flexible working hours.
• Virtual Shares: every employee receives Virtual Shares linked to DeepL's growth.
• Regular in‑person team events: team gatherings, new‑joiner onboardings and company‑wide events.
• Monthly full‑day hacking sessions: Hack Fridays where you can dive into projects you’re passionate about.
• 30 days of annual leave: 30 days off (excluding public holidays) and access to mental health resources.
• Competitive benefits: benefits tailored to each location to ensure you feel supported.

If this role and our mission resonate with you, but you don't check all the boxes, don't let that hold you back. At DeepL, it's all about the value you bring and the growth we can foster together. Go ahead, apply – let's discover your potential together. We can't wait to meet you!

We are an equal opportunity employer

You are welcome at DeepL for who you are – we appreciate authenticity here. Our product is for everyone, and so is our workplace. The more diverse voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all succeed, contribute and think forward. Bring us your personal experience, your perspectives and your background. It's in our diversity that we will find the power to break down language barriers in the world.