Legal Manager
We are looking for a Legal Manager to join our organization. This position provides the chance to engage in a vibrant workplace and help shape the company’s legal strategies. You will work closely with colleagues from various regions and play a key role in supporting business development through legal expertise. The role suits individuals who enjoy a fast-moving environment and value collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Support the growth of EPAM’s commercial operations and handle legal issues in Poland and Central and Eastern Europe
- Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of client contracts, including agreements for IT software services, consulting, statements of work, NDAs, and data processing
- Create, negotiate, and maintain procurement contracts such as those for subcontractors, vendors, alliances, leases, NDAs, and data processing
- Offer legal guidance to sales and business teams during RFP activities
- Work with internal business partners and the global Legal team to help finalize deals
- Lead and contribute to special initiatives like developing contract templates, standardizing legal positions, and enhancing contract management
- Train internal teams to promote consistent use of legal policies and procedures
- Support GDPR compliance efforts, collaborating with cross-functional teams and providing advice on privacy and data protection requirements
- Advise on regulatory issues related to digital, technology, and cybersecurity, and assist with compliance projects including NIS2
- Work with internal and external experts, including outside legal advisors
- Prepare reports for management that outline contract negotiations, disputes, and relevant information for decision-making
- Organize and conduct training sessions on legal policies, programs, and contract methods
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law or a related area
- At least 8 years of experience practicing law, with a background in a leading law firm or in-house at a major IT services company
- Minimum of 3 years in leadership, management, or coordination positions
- At least 2 years managing a legal team of 20 or more people
- Comprehensive understanding of Contract Law, Data Protection Law, Intellectual Property Law, and Polish Law
- Demonstrated skill in negotiating software development agreements
- Extensive commercial legal experience and strong judgment
- Excellent drafting and written communication abilities
- Advanced proficiency in English and Polish for both written and spoken communication
- Experience handling multiple tasks and working under tight deadlines
- Ability to work independently with efficiency and dedication
- Background in commercial IT services transactions
Nice to have
- Experience with legal systems in other European countries
- Russian language skills, useful for international legal matters
