Legal Counsel
About Nebius:
Nebius is leading a new era in cloud infrastructure for the global AI economy. We are building a full-stack AI cloud platform that supports developers and enterprises from data and model training through to production deployment, without the cost and complexity of building large in-house AI/ML infrastructure.
Built by engineers, for engineers. From large-scale GPU orchestration to inference optimization, we own the hard problems across compute, storage, networking and applied AI.
Listed on Nasdaq (NBIS) and headquartered in Amsterdam, we have a global footprint with R&D hubs across Europe, the UK, North America and Israel. Our team of 1,500+ includes hundreds of engineers with deep expertise across hardware, software and AI R&D.
The role
Join our dynamic legal team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of AI. We are seeking a Legal Counsel who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and brings deep expertise in technology-focused commercial agreements.
In this role, you will serve as a trusted business partner to cross-functional teams-including product, sales, and engineering-while independently leading complex negotiations and developing creative, pragmatic solutions to legal and commercial challenges. We value strategic thinkers who approach problems holistically and balance risk management with enabling business success.
Your responsibilities will include:
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of complex commercial IT agreements, including SaaS, IaaS, and HWaaS contracts
Lead contract negotiations independently with customers, vendors, and strategic partners
Deliver practical, business-focused legal advice that enables the company to achieve its strategic goals while effectively managing risk
Structure and negotiate partnership and strategic collaboration agreements
Partner with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, product, finance, and operations, to drive business initiatives forward
Translate complex legal concepts into clear, actionable guidance for non-legal stakeholders
Collaborate with internal teams to streamline deal execution and accelerate time-to-close
Manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines
We expect you to have:
6 years of experience in commercial law, with a focus on technology transactions
Minimum of 3 years of in-house experience at an international high-tech company
Law degree from a recognized university
Extensive hands-on experience with SaaS agreements; experience with IaaS and HWaaS agreements is a strong plus
Familiarity with data privacy, AI and consumer laws in a leading jurisdiction is a plus
Good technical understanding is preferred
Proven track record of independently negotiating complex commercial contracts and collaborating with go-to-market teams (sales, business development, partnerships)
Experience with partnership or strategic collaboration agreements preferred
License to practice law in an EU country, the UK, or the US preferred
Strategic thinker with the ability to approach legal issues with a holistic, business-oriented mindset
Creative problem-solver who develops pragmatic solutions to complex legal and commercial challenges
Strong collaborator with excellent stakeholder management and interpersonal skills
Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with competing priorities and tight deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Intellectual curiosity and motivation to quickly learn complex technical products, services, and commercial models
Benefits & Perks:
Competitive compensation
Career growth and learning opportunities
Flexibility and ownership
Collaborative and innovative culture
Opportunity to work on impactful AI projects
International environment and talented teams
What's it like to work at Nebius:
Fast moving - Bold thinking - Constant growth - Meaningful impact - Trust and real ownership - Opportunity to shape the future of AI
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Nebius is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the country in which they apply and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility as a condition of hire.
If you need accommodations during the application process, please let us know.