Legal Counsel

Role Summary

Reports to: Executive Management of ProVeg e.V.

Department: Legal, DE Operations and Strategy

Contract: Two years, with the possibility of extension

Working hours: Full-time (32h–40h)

Location: Berlin or remote within Germany

Job Details

To strengthen the diverse activities of ProVeg e.V., we are looking for a Legal Counsel (all genders) who will act as the central point of contact for all legal aspects of our organization (ProVeg Germany) and help to further develop these areas.

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact and contribute your legal expertise to shaping a sustainable, plant-based future? At ProVeg e.V., you will work across a broad range of legal areas – from contract and competition law to data protection, IT security, and labor law. With your knowledge and dedication, you will support our various teams in legal matters, ensure smooth operations in all areas, and actively contribute to turning our mission of a plant-based world into reality.

Responsibilities

• Legal Advice: Provide high-quality support to ProVeg teams and executive management with precise, solution-oriented recommendations.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure compliance with legal regulations across all areas and develop sustainable processes to minimize risks.
• Project Support: Provide legal oversight and support for the implementation of exciting projects.
• Knowledge Management: Maintain and expand our internal knowledge pool, as well as document and structure legal inquiries.
• Training: Conduct internal training sessions to keep our teams informed about the latest legal developments.
• Legal Compliance in Daily Operations: Ensure that all legal requirements are met in the organization’s day-to-day activities.
• Collaboration with Experts: Coordinate with external legal experts when necessary and facilitate smooth communication.
  
  

Qualifications

• Completed German law degree or a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Law.
• At least three years of relevant professional experience.
• Strong knowledge of contract law.
• Good understanding of corporate legal obligations.
• A basic understanding of compliance, risk management, and data protection law.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both German and English.
• Assertive, persuasive, yet cooperative and solution-oriented work approach.
• Sound judgment and the ability to analyze complex situations and information.
• A high level of professional ethics, integrity, and accountability
  
  

Preferred:

• Relevant further training in data protection and compliance.
• Experience with tools such as G-Suite and Wrike.
  
  

Benefits Of Working With Us

• Flexible working hours with the option of compensating overtime with time off.
• Flexible home office options.
• 25 days basic holiday (FTE) plus one additional day of holiday per year (additional days of holiday can be "bought" via small salary adjustments).
• A respectful working atmosphere in a highly motivated team.
• A strong focus on personal development and a designated training budget.
• Provision of a work laptop and access to a well-equipped office in Berlin Tiergarten.
• Mindfulness programme - free Headspace account.
• We are an inclusive workplace for our diverse employees around the world and encourage everyone in our organisation to bring all aspects of themselves to work.
• And last but not least: Join a great team and work with us to create a world where everyone chooses delicious and healthy food that is good for all people, animals and our planet!
  
  

When?

• Start date: Q1/Q2 2025
• Application deadline: Open until filled
  
  

Further information

How To Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining what motivates you to take on this position at ProVeg. You are welcome to include additional documents (e.g., certificates, degrees, etc.). We encourage all applicants to apply without including a photo or specifying their date or place of birth

Next Steps

• Screening of application documents
• Initial video call with People and Culture (approx. 30 minutes)
• Online trial tasks
• A second online interview with the team (approx. 1 hour)
  
  

About Us

ProVeg International is a food awareness organisation working to transform the global food system by replacing 50% of animal products globally with plant-based and cultivated foods by 2040.

ProVeg engages with all relevant stakeholders to create a food system where everyone chooses delicious and healthy food that is good for all humans, animals, and our planet.

ProVeg has received the United Nations’ Momentum for Change Award and works closely with key UN food and environment agencies.

ProVeg creates global impact, with offices in 14 countries across five continents and more than 220 employees.

Diversity Statement

ProVeg is committed to equal opportunity in employment for all, regardless of ethnic origin, religion, skin color, gender, age, national origin or ancestry, refugee background, genetic information, disability, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, HIV status, gender identity, or gender expression. People of Color, women, people with disabilities, members of LGBTQIA communities, older adults, neurodivergent people, refugees, and people living with HIV are explicitly encouraged to apply.

In 2020, ProVeg signed the Diversity Charter, a self-commitment and association dedicated to promoting a prejudice-free work environment.

In 2022, ProVeg achieved a score of 88.1% on the PRIDE Index, the LGBTIQ Diversity Performance Index, which is over 20 percentage points higher than the overall average of 67.9%.

Data Protection Information For Applicants

More information about the processing of your personal data during your application at ProVeg e.V. can be found here in German and English.