At IDnow, we believe innovation is finding solutions to problems that don't yet exist but are sure to impact our future. Making the connected world a safer place is and has been our vision from the very beginning.

Our identity verification SaaS solutions enable businesses to make reliable, informed decisions in an instant. We offer robust, secure and seamless solutions to protect against player fraud, identity theft or forging signatures. It is not only mandatory and reduces business loss, but it also becomes a highly competitive advantage, as customer experience and retention rates improve substantially. We help our clients to increase security, improve customer conversion, and streamline their onboarding process.

We understand that regulation and our clients’ requirements are constantly evolving, so we evolve with them. Thanks to our close relationships with industry regulators, our solutions comply with multi-jurisdictional KYC ("Know Your Customer") regulations, allowing customers to process a wide variety of identity documents, and onboard and service consumers from all around the world in different markets and countries.

This position is based in Munich, Germany, with at least 2 days at the office.

We are seeking an experienced and business-oriented Associate General Counsel (f/m/d) to serve as IDnow’s lead legal counsel for all commercial contracting matters and a key advisor on data privacy. This role will report directly to the General Counsel and play a critical role in supporting IDnow’s continued growth across Europe and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Transactions & Contracting

• Lead the drafting, negotiation, and management of a wide array of commercial agreements, including mission-critical client agreements, reseller, partner and vendor contracts.
• Develop and maintain standardized templates, playbooks, and negotiation guidelines to streamline contracting processes.
• Collaborate with Sales, Finance, Product, Revenue, and other cross-functional teams to align contractual terms with business objectives.
• Advise on privacy matters, including data processing agreements, international data transfers, and privacy risk assessments.
• Support organizational compliance with applicable laws, industry standards, and regulatory requirements, particularly as they relate to company products, services, and business operations..
• Monitor and interpret relevant legal and regulatory developments in commercial law, data privacy, and digital identity that may impact the company.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with internal teams, including IT Security & Product, to support strategic initiatives and ensure contracts, data privacy, and digital identity practices are aligned with business goals and legal obligations.
• Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on legal and compliance matters, fostering awareness and adherence across the organization.

Policy & Process Development

• Develop and enhance contract templates, negotiation playbooks, privacy notices, and compliance protocols.
• Drive operational efficiency within legal processes by implementing best practices and process improvements.

Support GC on Broader Legal Projects

• Assist the General Counsel with corporate governance, compliance programs, and other strategic legal initiatives as needed.

Preferred Experience

• Qualified to practice law in Germany or another EU jurisdiction (including UK).
• 10+ years of relevant legal experience, ideally gained in a combination of top-tier law firm and in-house roles at tech, SaaS, or digital identity companies.
• Long background in commercial contract law and negotiation, with a strong ability of managing commercial transactions of all shapes and sizes.
• Strong knowledge of European data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR) and regulatory frameworks surrounding digital identity.
• Ability to balance risk and business objectives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Hands-on, solution-oriented professional with a high degree of personal accountability.
• Practical, business-oriented mindset with acute attention to detail and sound judgment.
• Fluent in English
• Advanced in either German or French. In any case, a good knowledge of German is preferred. Knowledge of French is a strong plus

What We Offer

• A key role in shaping legal and compliance practices at a leading digital identity provider.
• Opportunities for growth and collaboration in a dynamic international team.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• A supportive, feedback-driven company culture.

Perks & Benefits

• Health & Wellbeing: Use your full access to nilo.health, including 1on1 sessions
• We value personal and professional development: make full use ot the training Platform Udemy! 
• A supportive feedback-based culture where respect and integrity guide us in what we do
• We make your remote work comfy: we provide support on equipment and offer flexible working hours; we help you collaborate and connect with your colleagues both locally and remotely
• Paid special leave days
• Workcation possibilities
• Specific, locational benefits

IDnow applies the principles of non-discrimination and equality: We strive to establish, maintain, and promote an open and inclusive recruitment process and working environment by respecting the principles of equal opportunities. Including but not limited to: sex, race or ethnic origin, religion or convictions, gender identity, citizenship, marital status, disability, age, or sexual orientation.