We are seeking a Legal Counsel to provide practical legal advice across commercial, corporate, employment, and operational matters. This role is ideal for a commercially minded lawyer who can balance legal risk with business priorities and support a growing organization with clear, reliable guidance. You will work closely with leadership and internal teams to review contracts, manage legal documentation, and support governance across the business. This is a fully on-site position based in central Paris.Nous recherchons un Juriste d’Entreprise pour fournir des conseils juridiques pratiques sur les sujets commerciaux, corporate, sociaux et opérationnels. Ce poste convient à un juriste orienté business, capable d’équilibrer les risques juridiques avec les priorités de l’entreprise et d’accompagner une organisation en croissance avec des conseils clairs et fiables. Vous travaillerez étroitement avec l’équipe de direction et les équipes internes pour examiner les contrats, gérer la documentation juridique et soutenir la gouvernance de l’entreprise. Ce poste est basé à Paris, en présentiel.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide legal advice to internal stakeholders on commercial, corporate, contractual, employment, and operational mattersDraft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including supplier agreements, customer contracts, NDAs, and service agreementsSupport corporate governance processes, board documentation, entity administration, and statutory filingsPartner with HR on employment law matters, policy updates, employee relations cases, and contractual documentationAdvise on data protection, confidentiality, intellectual property, and regulatory obligations relevant to the businessCoordinate with external counsel on specialist matters, litigation, tax, employment, and cross-border legal issuesMaintain contract databases, legal registers, document templates, and internal legal process documentationIdentify legal risks and provide practical recommendations to reduce exposureSupport internal training and awareness on key legal and compliance topicsEnsure legal processes are timely, organized, and aligned with business needsResponsabilités principalesFournir des conseils juridiques aux parties prenantes internes sur les sujets commerciaux, corporate, contractuels, sociaux et opérationnelsRédiger, examiner et négocier divers contrats, notamment des accords fournisseurs, contrats clients, accords de confidentialité et contrats de servicesSoutenir les processus de gouvernance d’entreprise, la documentation des conseils, l’administration des entités et les formalités statutairesCollaborer avec les RH sur les sujets de droit social, les mises à jour de politiques, les situations de relations collaborateurs et la documentation contractuelleConseiller sur la protection des données, la confidentialité, la propriété intellectuelle et les obligations réglementaires pertinentesCoordonner les échanges avec les conseils externes sur les sujets spécialisés, contentieux, fiscaux, sociaux et transfrontaliersMaintenir les bases de contrats, registres juridiques, modèles de documents et procédures juridiques internesIdentifier les risques juridiques et formuler des recommandations pratiques pour réduire l’expositionSoutenir les formations internes et la sensibilisation sur les principaux sujets juridiques et de conformitéGarantir des processus juridiques organisés, réactifs et alignés avec les besoins businessRequirementsQualified lawyer with a degree in Law and admission to practice in France or another relevant jurisdictionFluent in English and French, written and verbalStrong experience in an in-house legal role or reputable law firm environmentSolid knowledge of French commercial, corporate, and employment law principlesExperience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contractsAbility to provide clear, practical advice to non-legal stakeholdersStrong judgment, discretion, and attention to detailComfortable working in a hands-on, business-facing legal rolePreferred QualificationsExperience in a regulated, financial, professional services, or international business environmentExposure to GDPR, corporate governance, and cross-border commercial contractsPrevious experience working with senior executives or board-level stakeholdersFamiliarity with contract management tools and legal operations processesExperience managing external counsel and legal budgetsExigencesJuriste qualifié, titulaire d’un diplôme en droit et habilité à exercer en France ou dans une autre juridiction pertinenteMaîtrise du français et de l’anglais, à l’écrit comme à l’oralSolide expérience en entreprise ou au sein d’un cabinet d’avocats reconnuBonne connaissance des principes du droit commercial, corporate et social françaisExpérience dans la rédaction, l’examen et la négociation de contrats commerciauxCapacité à fournir des conseils clairs et pratiques à des interlocuteurs non juridiquesBon jugement, discrétion et grande attention aux détailsCapacité à travailler dans un rôle juridique opérationnel et proche du businessQualifications souhaitéesxpérience dans un environnement réglementé, financier, services professionnels ou internationalExposition au RGPD, à la gouvernance d’entreprise et aux contrats commerciaux transfrontaliersExpérience préalable avec des dirigeants seniors ou des parties prenantes au niveau du conseilFamiliarité avec les outils de gestion des contrats et les processus d’opérations juridiquesExpérience dans la gestion des conseils externes et des budgets juridiquesBenefitsBase Salary: €75,000 to €105,000 gross per annum, commensurate with experienceLeave: 25 days paid annual leave in line with French statutory entitlements, plus RTT days applicable to the roleLocation: Paris, France, on-siteAvantagesSalaire de base : 75 000 € à 105 000 € brut par an, selon l’expérienceCongés : 25 jours de congés payés conformément aux dispositions légales françaises, plus jours de RTT applicables au posteLocalisation : Paris, France, en présentielKeller is a recruitment agency that provides services to clients ranging from startups and non profits to multinational corporations. Keller emphasizes ethical search processes, attentive candidate care, and leadership placements that support long-term client outcomes.To learn more about the firm and about our candidate services - please visitKeller Executive Search: Recruitment and Headhunting ParisEqual Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination PolicyEqual Employment OpportunityKeller Executive Search and our clients are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, nationality, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable EU and national laws.Commitment to DiversityWe are committed to fostering diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplaces where all individuals are valued and supported.Reasonable AccommodationsReasonable accommodations will be provided to individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable EU and national laws.Compensation TransparencyCompensation will be disclosed in accordance with applicable legal requirements. We support pay transparency and equal pay for equal work.Compliance with Employment LawsWe comply with all applicable EU directives and national employment laws covering recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, training, transfers, leave, and termination.Workplace HarassmentWe maintain a workplace free from harassment and discrimination of any kind based on protected characteristics.Data Protection & PrivacyPersonal data is processed in accordance with GDPR and applicable national data protection laws. Additional information is available at www.kellerexecutivesearch.com.Pay EquityWe are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices and support compliance with applicable pay equity regulations.Working Time & LeaveWe comply with applicable laws regarding working hours, rest periods, leave entitlements, and employee well-being.Health & SafetyWe are committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment in accordance with applicable EU and national regulations.Use of Artificial Intelligence in RecruitmentAI tools may be used to support candidate screening and evaluation. AI is used solely to assist human decision-making and is never used to automatically reject candidates or make final hiring decisions. All hiring decisions are made by qualified professionals.Employee RepresentationWe respect employees' rights to participate in works councils and other legally recognized forms of employee representation.Country-Specific ComplianceWhile this policy provides an EU-wide framework, local employment laws may vary by country. Accordingly:We comply with all applicable national laws and regulations.Country-specific policy addenda are maintained where required.Local-language versions of policies will be provided where legally required.Candidates will be informed of relevant local employment laws during the recruitment process.Country-specific requirements are reviewed and updated regularly.Where national laws provide greater protections, those laws will prevail.Additional disclosures may be provided regarding pay transparency, working time, collective bargaining, data privacy, whistleblower protections, and other locally required matters.Information on country-specific policies is available by contacting assistance@kellerexecutivesearch.com.Genetic InformationWe do not request, require, or discriminate based on genetic information except where permitted by law.Local Law ComplianceKeller Executive Search and our clients comply with all applicable local employment laws and regulations in the jurisdictions where we operate.Notice to ApplicantsThis position may be with Keller Executive Search or one of our clients. The specific employer will be identified during the recruitment process. Employment terms and legal requirements may vary based on employer and location.
We are seeking a Legal Counsel to provide practical legal advice across commercial, corporate, employment, and operational matters. This role is ideal for a commercially minded lawyer who can balance legal risk with business priorities and support a growing organization with clear, reliable guidance. You will work closely with leadership and internal teams to review contracts, manage legal documentation, and support governance across the business. This is a fully on-site position based in central Paris.
Nous recherchons un Juriste d’Entreprise pour fournir des conseils juridiques pratiques sur les sujets commerciaux, corporate, sociaux et opérationnels. Ce poste convient à un juriste orienté business, capable d’équilibrer les risques juridiques avec les priorités de l’entreprise et d’accompagner une organisation en croissance avec des conseils clairs et fiables. Vous travaillerez étroitement avec l’équipe de direction et les équipes internes pour examiner les contrats, gérer la documentation juridique et soutenir la gouvernance de l’entreprise. Ce poste est basé à Paris, en présentiel.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice to internal stakeholders on commercial, corporate, contractual, employment, and operational matters
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including supplier agreements, customer contracts, NDAs, and service agreements
- Support corporate governance processes, board documentation, entity administration, and statutory filings
- Partner with HR on employment law matters, policy updates, employee relations cases, and contractual documentation
- Advise on data protection, confidentiality, intellectual property, and regulatory obligations relevant to the business
- Coordinate with external counsel on specialist matters, litigation, tax, employment, and cross-border legal issues
- Maintain contract databases, legal registers, document templates, and internal legal process documentation
- Identify legal risks and provide practical recommendations to reduce exposure
- Support internal training and awareness on key legal and compliance topics
- Ensure legal processes are timely, organized, and aligned with business needs
Responsabilités principales
- Fournir des conseils juridiques aux parties prenantes internes sur les sujets commerciaux, corporate, contractuels, sociaux et opérationnels
- Rédiger, examiner et négocier divers contrats, notamment des accords fournisseurs, contrats clients, accords de confidentialité et contrats de services
- Soutenir les processus de gouvernance d’entreprise, la documentation des conseils, l’administration des entités et les formalités statutaires
- Collaborer avec les RH sur les sujets de droit social, les mises à jour de politiques, les situations de relations collaborateurs et la documentation contractuelle
- Conseiller sur la protection des données, la confidentialité, la propriété intellectuelle et les obligations réglementaires pertinentes
- Coordonner les échanges avec les conseils externes sur les sujets spécialisés, contentieux, fiscaux, sociaux et transfrontaliers
- Maintenir les bases de contrats, registres juridiques, modèles de documents et procédures juridiques internes
- Identifier les risques juridiques et formuler des recommandations pratiques pour réduire l’exposition
- Soutenir les formations internes et la sensibilisation sur les principaux sujets juridiques et de conformité
- Garantir des processus juridiques organisés, réactifs et alignés avec les besoins business
Requirements
- Qualified lawyer with a degree in Law and admission to practice in France or another relevant jurisdiction
- Fluent in English and French, written and verbal
- Strong experience in an in-house legal role or reputable law firm environment
- Solid knowledge of French commercial, corporate, and employment law principles
- Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts
- Ability to provide clear, practical advice to non-legal stakeholders
- Strong judgment, discretion, and attention to detail
- Comfortable working in a hands-on, business-facing legal role
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a regulated, financial, professional services, or international business environment
- Exposure to GDPR, corporate governance, and cross-border commercial contracts
- Previous experience working with senior executives or board-level stakeholders
- Familiarity with contract management tools and legal operations processes
- Experience managing external counsel and legal budgets
Exigences
- Juriste qualifié, titulaire d’un diplôme en droit et habilité à exercer en France ou dans une autre juridiction pertinente
- Maîtrise du français et de l’anglais, à l’écrit comme à l’oral
- Solide expérience en entreprise ou au sein d’un cabinet d’avocats reconnu
- Bonne connaissance des principes du droit commercial, corporate et social français
- Expérience dans la rédaction, l’examen et la négociation de contrats commerciaux
- Capacité à fournir des conseils clairs et pratiques à des interlocuteurs non juridiques
- Bon jugement, discrétion et grande attention aux détails
- Capacité à travailler dans un rôle juridique opérationnel et proche du business
Qualifications souhaitées
- xpérience dans un environnement réglementé, financier, services professionnels ou international
- Exposition au RGPD, à la gouvernance d’entreprise et aux contrats commerciaux transfrontaliers
- Expérience préalable avec des dirigeants seniors ou des parties prenantes au niveau du conseil
- Familiarité avec les outils de gestion des contrats et les processus d’opérations juridiques
- Expérience dans la gestion des conseils externes et des budgets juridiques
Benefits
- Base Salary: €75,000 to €105,000 gross per annum, commensurate with experience
- Leave: 25 days paid annual leave in line with French statutory entitlements, plus RTT days applicable to the role
- Location: Paris, France, on-site
Avantages
- Salaire de base : 75 000 € à 105 000 € brut par an, selon l’expérience
- Congés : 25 jours de congés payés conformément aux dispositions légales françaises, plus jours de RTT applicables au poste
- Localisation : Paris, France, en présentiel
Keller is a recruitment agency that provides services to clients ranging from startups and non profits to multinational corporations. Keller emphasizes ethical search processes, attentive candidate care, and leadership placements that support long-term client outcomes.
To learn more about the firm and about our candidate services - please visit
Keller Executive Search: Recruitment and Headhunting Paris
Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Policy
Equal Employment Opportunity
Keller Executive Search and our clients are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, nationality, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable EU and national laws.
Commitment to Diversity
We are committed to fostering diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplaces where all individuals are valued and supported.
Reasonable Accommodations
Reasonable accommodations will be provided to individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable EU and national laws.
Compensation Transparency
Compensation will be disclosed in accordance with applicable legal requirements. We support pay transparency and equal pay for equal work.
Compliance with Employment Laws
We comply with all applicable EU directives and national employment laws covering recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, training, transfers, leave, and termination.
Workplace Harassment
We maintain a workplace free from harassment and discrimination of any kind based on protected characteristics.
Data Protection & Privacy
Personal data is processed in accordance with GDPR and applicable national data protection laws. Additional information is available at www.kellerexecutivesearch.com.
Pay Equity
We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices and support compliance with applicable pay equity regulations.
Working Time & Leave
We comply with applicable laws regarding working hours, rest periods, leave entitlements, and employee well-being.
Health & Safety
We are committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment in accordance with applicable EU and national regulations.
Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment
AI tools may be used to support candidate screening and evaluation. AI is used solely to assist human decision-making and is never used to automatically reject candidates or make final hiring decisions. All hiring decisions are made by qualified professionals.
Employee Representation
We respect employees' rights to participate in works councils and other legally recognized forms of employee representation.
Country-Specific Compliance
While this policy provides an EU-wide framework, local employment laws may vary by country. Accordingly:
- We comply with all applicable national laws and regulations.
- Country-specific policy addenda are maintained where required.
- Local-language versions of policies will be provided where legally required.
- Candidates will be informed of relevant local employment laws during the recruitment process.
- Country-specific requirements are reviewed and updated regularly.
- Where national laws provide greater protections, those laws will prevail.
- Additional disclosures may be provided regarding pay transparency, working time, collective bargaining, data privacy, whistleblower protections, and other locally required matters.
- Information on country-specific policies is available by contacting assistance@kellerexecutivesearch.com.
Genetic Information
We do not request, require, or discriminate based on genetic information except where permitted by law.
Local Law Compliance
Keller Executive Search and our clients comply with all applicable local employment laws and regulations in the jurisdictions where we operate.
Notice to Applicants
This position may be with Keller Executive Search or one of our clients. The specific employer will be identified during the recruitment process. Employment terms and legal requirements may vary based on employer and location.
Keller Executive Search International is a global executive search that recruits senior leaders for prominent brands and organizations. We offer full-spectrum services, such as Executive Search, Board Services, CEO Succession Planning, Executive Assessment, Business Culture Review, and Corporate Handover.
Keller Executive Search International is a global executive search that recruits senior leaders for prominent brands and organizations. We offer full-spectrum services, such as Executive Search, Board Services, CEO Succession Planning, Executive Assessment, Business Culture Review, and Corporate Handover.
