Legal Counsel IT/Data law (fluent in Dutch)

Job Summary

As Legal Counsel, you will provide strategic and operational legal support to ensure our activities in the Netherlands and their interactions with the wider European energy market are fully compliant, well‑structured, and aligned with our business objectives.

Collaborate with internal teams across Contract Management, IT, Regulatory Affairs, Strategy, Market Surveillance, Product Development, Projects, Operations, and Senior Management. Bring specialized expertise on Dutch law, support the interpretation and implementation of EU rules, and proactively identify emerging regulatory opportunities or risks. This is a 1‑year contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Dutch IT/Data Law : Provide legal advice on Dutch IP/IT/data, cybersecurity, and contract law; prepare legal analyses, executive briefings, and risk assessments; monitor legal and regulatory developments in the Netherlands and the EU.
• Contract Drafting, Negotiation & Management : Draft, review, negotiate agreements (NDAs, cooperation agreements, service agreements, market rules, general terms & conditions); ensure timely review and approval; manage contract lifecycle, renewals, and amendments.
• Risk Management & Litigation : Identify and assess legal and compliance risks; handle pre‑litigation matters and settlements; support dispute resolution and regulatory queries.
• Support to Operational Teams : Advise on IT/IP/Data matters, energy regulation related to IT and cybersecurity, corporate and commercial law; perform legal monitoring and support governance processes.

Key Requirements

Hard Skills

• Strong IT contract law capabilities.
• Good knowledge of IT and data law in a digital/energy market environment.
• Knowledge of corporate, commercial and competition law.
• Experience with regulatory analysis and compliance advisory.
• Risk assessment across commercial activities and regulatory obligations.
• Pre‑litigation handling, settlement drafting and negotiation.
• Legal research and monitoring of Dutch and EU legislative developments.
• Experience in Dutch and EU energy regulation, REMIT, CACM and EU electricity market rules is a plus.

Soft Skills

• Analytical thinking; simplify complex regulatory or contractual issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Autonomy and organization; manage multiple priorities.
• Collaborative mindset; work with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders.
• Stakeholder management; engage with regulators, authorities and partners.
• Problem‑solving orientation; balance legal constraints and business needs.

Education & Experience

• Master's degree (or equivalent) in IT Contract Law, Business Law, or EU Energy Law.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a law firm, energy or IT/data‑driven company, or similar environment.
• Experience with IT contracts or digital platforms.

Language Skills

• Fluent in Dutch and English.

Benefits of Working With Us

• Hybrid working conditions: up to 40 days per year from select EU countries.
• Training opportunities: dedicated annual training budget.
• Career path: clear advancement pathways within the company.
• Internal mobility: explore new roles within the company.
• Leadership journey: culture of recognition and reward.