PstrongWho We Are /strong /ppSpoki 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. /ppOur 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. /ppbr/ppstrongThe role /strong /ppAs strongLegal Counsel /strong 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. /ppYour 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. /ppemThis 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. /em /ppstrongLocation: /strongSan Vito dei Normanni, Italy /ppbr/ppstrongWhat you will do: /strong /ppContract Management Negotiation /pulliDraft, review, and negotiate B2B commercial contracts (SaaS agreements, MSAs, NDAs, partnership agreements) /liliManage customer and supplier contracts lifecycle, ensuring compliance and minimizing legal risk /liliSupport sales and business development teams with contract templates, playbooks, and rapid turnaround /liliNegotiate and finalize contracts with technology providers, vendors, and strategic partners /liliEnsure contract compliance with Italian, EU, and international commercial law /li /ulpGDPR Data Privacy Compliance /pulliDesign and maintain Spoki's GDPR compliance framework and data protection policies /liliDraft and update privacy policies, cookie policies, data processing agreements (DPAs), and GDPR documentation /liliConduct data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) for new products and features /liliAct as internal Data Protection Officer (DPO) or coordinate with external DPO when required /liliManage data subject requests (access, erasure, portability) and privacy-related inquiries /liliMonitor evolving EU and national data protection regulations and ensure ongoing compliance /liliSupport implementation of privacy-by-design principles across product and engineering teams /li /ulpAI Act Emerging Technology Regulation /pulliMonitor and interpret the EU AI Act and related regulations affecting AI-powered products /liliAssess Spoki's AI systems for compliance with emerging AI regulatory requirements /liliCollaborate with product and engineering teams to implement AI governance frameworks /liliDraft AI-related disclaimers, terms of use, and transparency documentation /liliStay ahead of evolving AI regulation across Europe and key international markets /li /ulpbr/ppstrongIdeal Candidate Profile /strong /ppWe are looking for a strongpragmatic, business-oriented Legal Compliance professional /strong with strong experience in strongcommercial contracts, data protection, and emerging technology regulation /strong, who enjoys working closely with fast-moving product, sales, and engineering teams. /ppstrongExperience Background /strong /pulliLaw degree (or equivalent legal qualification); specialization in strongcommercial, technology, or data protection law /strong is a strong plus /lilistrong3+ years of experience /strong in in-house legal team, preferably in strongSaaS, tech, or digital businesses /strong /liliProven hands-on experience drafting and negotiating strongB2B commercial contracts /strong (SaaS agreements, MSAs, NDAs, partnership and vendor agreements) /liliSolid experience managing the strongfull contract lifecycle /strong, from drafting to execution and compliance /liliStrong working knowledge of strongItalian, EU, and international commercial law /strong /liliDemonstrated experience with strongGDPR compliance /strong, ideally acting as internal DPO or as primary GDPR point of contact /liliFamiliarity with strongAI-powered products /strong and interest or experience in strongAI regulation (EU AI Act) /strong is highly desirable /li /ulpbr/ppstrongLegal Technical Expertise /strong /pulliExcellent understanding of strongGDPR /strong, including: /liliPrivacy and cookie policies /liliData processing agreements (DPAs) /liliDPIAs and privacy risk assessments /liliData subject rights management /liliAbility to translate legal requirements into strongpractical, scalable processes /strong for product and engineering teams /liliKnowledge of strongprivacy-by-design and privacy-by-default /strong principles /liliAbility to monitor and interpret strongregulatory developments /strong (GDPR updates, EU AI Act, digital regulation trends) /liliComfortable drafting strongAI-related terms, transparency notices, and compliance documentation /strong /li /ulpbr/ppstrongBusiness Soft Skills /strong /pulliStrong strongnegotiation skills /strong with a solution-oriented and commercial mindset /liliAble to balance stronglegal risk management with business growth needs /strong /liliExcellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal topics to non-legal stakeholders /liliHighly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment /liliProactive, autonomous, and comfortable owning legal topics end-to-end /liliCollaborative mindset, with a natural inclination to work closely with strongsales, product, engineering, and leadership teams /strong /li /ulpbr/ppstrongLanguages /strong /pullistrongFluent Italian and English /strong (written and spoken) /liliSpanish and additional languages are a plus /li /ulpbr/ppstrongMindset Cultural Fit /strong /pulliTech-curious and motivated by stronginnovation, AI, and digital products /strong /liliComfortable in a strongscaling startup / high-growth environment /strong /liliPragmatic, hands-on, and not overly theoretical /li /ulpbr/ppstrongWhat We Offer /strong /pulliOwn the legal function in a company poised for global expansion and ambitious growth /liliWork with an international, passionate, supportive, and talented team dedicated to excellence /liliTech Gear: Apple MacBook Air, Apple Keyboard, Apple Trackpad, 2nd WideScreen Monitor /liliRegular team-building events and celebrations /liliAccess to cutting-edge technologies and exposure to emerging legal challenges in AI and SaaS /liliOpportunity to shape legal and compliance strategy in a high-growth, innovative company /lilistrongCompetitive Compensation: /strongGross salary ranging from €25,000 to €35,000/year, with performance-based adjustments /lilistrongLocation: /strongSan Vito dei Normanni, Puglia, Italy /li /ulpbr/ppstrongHow to Apply /strong /ppsubmit your CV and a brief cover letter to in which you tell us: /pulliWhy you're excited about joining Spoki /liliYour experience with GDPR, contracts, and tech/SaaS legal matters /liliHow you approach balancing legal compliance with business agility /li /ulpbr/ppemSpoki is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. /em /p