Ph3Who We Are /h3 pSpoki is a Conversational Platform that helps companies build authentic relationships with their customers through WhatsApp and Artificial Intelligence. We believe in the value of genuine connections and provide tools that enable marketing, sales, and customer care teams to communicate in a direct, effective, and personal way. /p pOur culture is built on four key principles: an unwavering passion for what we do, putting customer success first, working as a united and collaborative team, and approaching challenges with an entrepreneurial and results-driven mindset. /p h3The role /h3 pAs bLegal Counsel /b at Spoki, you will be the internal legal guardian of our business operations and growth strategy. This is a strategic, high-impact role designed for a legal professional who understands technology, data privacy, and the evolving AI regulatory landscape. /p pYour mission is to ensure Spoki operates in full legal compliance while enabling rapid business growth through clear contracts, robust data protection practices, and proactive risk management. You'll work at the intersection of law, technology, and business strategy—making legal a competitive advantage, not a bottleneck. /p pThis role is for a pragmatic, business-oriented legal professional who thrives in fast-paced tech environments and believes legal should empower innovation, not slow it down. /p h3Location: /h3 pSan Vito dei Normanni, Italy /p h3What you will do: /h3 h3Contract Management Negotiation /h3 ul liDraft, review, and negotiate B2B commercial contracts (SaaS agreements, MSAs, NDAs, partnership agreements) /li liManage customer and supplier contracts lifecycle, ensuring compliance and minimizing legal risk /li liSupport sales and business development teams with contract templates, playbooks, and rapid turnaround /li liNegotiate and finalize contracts with technology providers, vendors, and strategic partners /li liEnsure contract compliance with Italian, EU, and international commercial law /li /ul h3GDPR Data Privacy Compliance /h3 ul liDesign and maintain Spoki's GDPR compliance framework and data protection policies /li liDraft and update privacy policies, cookie policies, data processing agreements (DPAs), and GDPR documentation /li liConduct data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) for new products and features /li liAct as internal Data Protection Officer (DPO) or coordinate with external DPO when required /li liManage data subject requests (access, erasure, portability) and privacy-related inquiries /li liMonitor evolving EU and national data protection regulations and ensure ongoing compliance /li liSupport implementation of privacy-by-design principles across product and engineering teams /li /ul h3AI Act Emerging Technology Regulation /h3 ul liMonitor and interpret the EU AI Act and related regulations affecting AI-powered products /li liAssess Spoki's AI systems for compliance with emerging AI regulatory requirements /li liCollaborate with product and engineering teams to implement AI governance frameworks /li liDraft AI-related DISCLAIMERS, terms of use, and transparency documentation /li liStay ahead of evolving AI regulation across Europe and key international markets /li /ul h3Ideal Candidate Profile /h3 pWe are looking for a bpragmatic, business-oriented Legal Compliance professional /b with strong experience in bcommercial contracts, data protection, and emerging technology regulation /b, who enjoys working closely with fast-moving product, sales, and engineering teams. /p h3Experience Background /h3 ul liLaw degree (or equivalent legal qualification); specialization in bcommercial, technology, or data protection law /b is a strong plus /li lib3+ years of experience /b in in-house legal team, preferably in bSaaS, tech, or digital businesses /b /li liProven hands‑on experience drafting and negotiating bB2B commercial contracts /b (SaaS agreements, MSAs, NDAs, partnership and vendor agreements) /liliSolid experience managing the bfull contract lifecycle /b, from drafting to execution and compliance /li liStrong working knowledge of bItalian, EU, and international commercial law /b /li liDemonstrated experience with bGDPR compliance /b, ideally acting as internal DPO or as primary GDPR point of contact /li liFamiliarity with bAI-powered products /b and interest or experience in bAI regulation (EU AI Act) /b is highly desirable /li /ul h3Legal Technical Expertise /h3 ul liExcellent understanding of bGDPR /b, including: /li liPrivacy and cookie policies /li liData processing agreements (DPAs) /li liDPIAs and privacy risk assessments /li liData subject rights management /li liAbility to translate legal requirements into bpractical, scalable processes /b for product and engineering teams /li liKnowledge of bprivacy‑by‑design and privacy‑by‑default /b principles /li liAbility to monitor and interpret bregulatory developments /b (GDPR updates, EU AI Act, digital regulation trends) /li liComfortable drafting bAI‑related terms, transparency notices, and compliance documentation /b /li /ul h3Business Soft Skills /h3 ul liStrong bnegotiation skills /b with a solution‑oriented and commercial mindset /li liAble to balance blegal risk management with business growth needs /b /li liExcellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal topics to non‑legal stakeholders /li liHighly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment /li liProactive, autonomous, and comfortable owning legal topics end‑to‑end /li liCollaborative mindset, with a natural inclination to work closely with bsales, product, engineering, and leadership teams /b /li /ul h3Languages /h3 ul libFluent Italian and English /b (written and spoken) /li liSpanish and additional languages are a plus /li /ul h3Mindset Cultural Fit /h3 ul liTech‑curious and motivated by binnovation, AI, and digital products /b /li liComfortable in a bscaling startup / high‑growth environment /b /li liPragmatic, hands‑on, and not overly theoretical /li /ul h3What We Offer /h3 ul liOwn the legal function in a company poised for global expansion and ambitious growth /li liWork with an international, passionate, supportive, and talented team dedicated to excellence /li liTech Gear: Apple MacBook Air, Apple Keyboard, Apple Trackpad, 2nd WideScreen Monitor /li liRegular team‑building events and celebrations /li liAccess to cutting‑edge technologies and exposure to emerging legal challenges in AI and SaaS /li liOpportunity to shape legal and compliance strategy in a high‑growth, innovative company /li libCompetitive Compensation: /bGross salary ranging from €25,000 to €35,000/year, with performance‑based adjustments /li libLocation: /bSan Vito dei Normanni, Puglia, Italy /li /ul h3How to Apply /h3 pSubmit your CV and a brief cover letter to in which you tell us: /p ul liWhy you're excited about joining Spoki /li liYour experience with GDPR, contracts, and tech/SaaS legal matters /li liHow you approach balancing legal compliance with business agility /li /ul pSpoki is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr