Lenus is looking for a new Legal Counsel for our Copenhagen office.
Join the health revolution! At Lenus we are fundamentally energized by our shared vision: making the world a healthier and happier place. Could you see yourself working for a great purpose in a dynamic, global culture? Then we might be a great match.
Who are we looking for?
Do you want to play a vital role as Legal Counsel specializing in data privacy in a modern legal department, helping to improve people's health and happiness? We're looking for a proactive person who can thrive in a global, data-driven company. If you're passionate about IT, data privacy and tech law, whilst reducing legal complexities and fostering innovation, this role is perfect for you. The ideal candidate cares deeply about their work and our mission, thrives in fast-paced environments, and brings critical thinking, optimism, and resilience.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact across Lenus on projects concerning data privacy.
• Engage with external DPO.
• Advise on, draft and negotiate a wide range of technology-related agreements.
• Together with the team you will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and advising on legal risk related to data privacy, IP, and other technology-related matters with a “less legal more people” mindset. One example is the upcoming EU regulation laying down harmonized rules on AI.
• Provide advice to various stakeholders within contracts, Medical Device Regulation (MDR), consumer protection legislation, and much more depending on your interests and Lenus' needs!

Qualifications
We value diverse experiences and backgrounds. While not all qualifications are mandatory, the ideal candidate should possess:

• A Cand.merc.(jur.) or Cand.jur., or an equivalent law degree (such as an LL.M. from another EU country), with 2-4 years of relevant experience with a law-firm background or experience from working in a multinational company.
• Experience with privacy regulations, such as GDPR.
• Experience with and a good understanding of technology-related legal matters.
• Experience advising business stakeholders on projects involving processing personal data.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, and you enjoy thinking creatively to identify solutions while working closely with various teams across the company, including commercial, product, and engineering.
• You have a go-getter, optimistic attitude, a desire to learn quickly, and you're ready to contribute to Lenus' success from day one.
• You have a pragmatic approach to creative legal problem-solving, including researching novel and ambiguous legal areas.
• You appreciate autonomy and flexibility in your work, and enjoy the option to join a yoga class in the morning or play padel in the afternoon.
• You are fluent in English, in both written and verbal form.

We encourage you to apply even if you don't tick all the boxes!

The Team
You'll be a valued member of our close-knit and dynamic legal team that is split between our energetic Copenhagen HQ and our New York office. Our team is driven by curiosity, optimism, and trust. We take ownership of our projects and strive to always deliver with the highest quality, while effectively balancing speed and efficiency. We move at a rapid pace and constantly adapt to shifting priorities, and while this isn't for everyone, those who thrive here put team over ego and are able to stay focused on the bigger picture. We nurture a culture of innovation and teamwork, encouraging individuals to contribute meaningfully to our collective success.

Benefits & Perks

• Structured and prioritized development opportunities
• Development feedback cycle with quarterly check ins
• Team events and monthly social events in all our offices
• Company wide events like our summer party, end of year party and Lenus birthday party!
• Sports and activities, like paddle tournaments, Workout Wednesdays, Run & Dip, and much more!
• Daily lunch, snacks and fuel. Our offices are set up with fruits, snack bars, and a wide selection of drinks
• A Macbook and other hardware to support you in your daily work
• A voluntary pension plan
• Mandatory insurance through AP Pension

We'll be going through applications frequently, so if this sounds like a great opportunity for you, hit apply and our talent team will go through it and be in touch with you.

About Lenus
Lenus was founded in Denmark by Bertram Thorslund, in 2016. We are a health technology company that empowers health coaches to scale their businesses through the use of pioneering technology and our in-house business, health, and innovation expertise.
We’re inspiring a new generation of health coaches. People who have the power to move not only bodies but minds too. We are at the forefront of an industry under rapid transformation and our strategic innovations pave the path for the change we want to see. Happier and healthier people.
In 2021, Lenus received the largest series A funding round in Denmark’s history. Since then the company has grown from 5 to over 400 employees and today, Lenus is headquartered in Copenhagen, with offices in New York, London, Stockholm, Berlin, Hamburg, Madrid, Helsinki, Oslo, Toronto, Miami, Southern California & beyond.