Senior Legal Counsel (Cyber)

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Amsterdam, Netherlands Posted September 19, 2026

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Job Description

Join as a Senior Legal Counsel - Cyber. In this role, you will work closely with business clients, security, and fintech teams to provide legal support and identify potential risks. You will advise on regulatory compliance, manage cybersecurity incidents, and support the implementation of cybersecurity frameworks and policies. You will also contribute to the development of junior legal counsels and work closely with various teams and outside counsel firms.

  • Assister les clients commerciaux et les équipes de sécurité et de fintech en fournissant un soutien juridique sur les questions de cybersécurité.
  • Participer à la gestion des incidents de cybersécurité en tant qu'unité interfonctionnelle, en veillant à l'amélioration continue des processus d'incidents.
  • Conseiller sur la conformité réglementaire aux réglementations mondiales en matière de cybersécurité et de confidentialité.
  • We are looking for a pragmatic cyber legal counsel who is comfortable working on emerging issues in a complex environment
  • A keen eye for detail whilst keeping the bigger business context in mind is essential, as is someone who excels at managing and collaborating with a range of stakeholders across the business
  • Adaptable, with a growth mindset, ready to embrace change in order to meet evolving business needs, work in ambiguous situations and under pressure, and learn from mistakes
  • Knowledge and experience in cyber-risk and a comprehensive understanding of enterprise technology
  • A high standard of knowledge and use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and Google Suite (Google Sheets, Google Docs)
  • EU, UK or US law degree
  • A deep understanding of GDPR and how this applies to developments in the fields of technology and security
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Excellent organizational and project management skills and ability to meet deadlines, prioritising appropriately
  • Able to demonstrate commercial awareness and understanding of the business requirements
  • Native or fluent English speaking and writing skills. Dutch an advantage (but not required)
  • Professional and collaborative approach
  • Ability to remain calm, focussed and pragmatic in crisis situations, to quickly respond to issues at hand and to prioritise effectively, with a “customer first” mindset
  • Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
  • At least 5 years’ experience in a reputable law firm or in-house team with hands-on experience in cybersecurity laws and data security compliance
Required Skills
legal advice compliance cybersecurity collaboration PowerPoint Excel GDPR attention to detail project management English Dutch communication
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