Senior Legal Counsel - International Operations

MultiverseLondon

On-site Full-time

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Senior

Qualifications

Qualifications:Qualified lawyer with experience in international commercial law, particularly in Germany and the UK. Strong understanding of corporate, employment, and regulatory law in both jurisdictions. Excellent negotiation and drafting skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving. Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse, multicultural environment. Fluency in German and English is essential.

About the job

In June 2022, Multiverse completed a $220 million Series D funding round co-led by StepStone Group, Lightspeed Venture Partners, and General Catalyst. This brought our post-money valuation to $1.7 billion, making us the UK’s first EdTech unicorn. With over 800 employees and a growing international footprint, we are committed to scaling our impact and helping more people thrive in the era of AI.

Role Overview: Senior Legal Counsel – International Operations

This new position sits within Multiverse’s Legal team and reports directly to the General Counsel. The role is central to expanding our in-house legal expertise across the UK and Germany. As Senior Legal Counsel, the focus will be on supporting our German operations, including StackFuel GmbH and future acquisitions, while also providing commercial legal advice to the UK business.

This position calls for a collaborative and culturally aware legal professional ready to contribute to a purpose-driven, growing company.

Key Responsibilities

German Operations: Act as lead legal advisor for German group entities, providing guidance on commercial, employment, and corporate matters.
Contract Management: Oversee the full German commercial contracting lifecycle (B2B, B2C, and B2G), drafting and negotiating agreements that support safe business growth.
Regulatory Guidance: Advise on the German regulatory landscape, including vocational training regulations (AZAV), to enable business expansion.
Strategic Integration: Support post-acquisition projects such as contract migrations, governance alignment, and compliance harmonization for European M&A activity.
Employment Law: Counsel on German employment matters, ensuring compliance and sound practices.

About Multiverse

Multiverse is at the forefront of transforming education and workforce development through innovative tech and AI skills training. Our partnerships with numerous organizations enable us to create impactful learning experiences that drive growth and productivity.

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