Head of Legal (m/f/d)

About the role

About Codesphere Codesphere is a Virtual Cloud Provider from Germany building the future of sovereign cloud infrastructure. Our platform gives enterprises and governments full sovereignty without giving up modern cloud capability – a vision recently validated by a series of multi-million European government tenders. Since our founding in Karlsruhe in 2020, we’ve expanded into an international team of 60+ experts. Based in Karlsruhe and Munich and backed by top-tier investors, we are chasing a bold vision. We’re scaling fast and would love for you to join us and grow alongside us 🚀 About the role As our Head of Legal (m/f/d), you will build and own our legal function from the ground up, reporting directly to the CFO. You own matters end-to-end, work closely with the executive team, and keep us legally sound while we move fast. This is not a support role – it's a seat at the table during one of the most exciting chapters in Codesphere's growth. What you'll drive You own corporate governance, group structure, and board and shareholder matters – including captable and employee incentive plan administration You maintain subsidiaries across jurisdictions and handle statutory deadlines You draft, review, and negotiate customer, partner, and supplier agreements – and protect our IP You co-own compliance and GDPR frameworks, working closely with our IT security experts You monitor regulatory developments and advise the executive team accordingly You lead legal due diligence and coordinate with outside counsel for funding rounds and M&A What makes you a great fit 8+ years of legal experience – ideally a mix of law firm and in-house scale-up background Solid background in commercial law – able to own contract negotiations and IP related topics without outside counsel Comfortable with corporate matters and stakeholder management Working knowledge of GDPR and compliance frameworks Fluent in German and English Munich-based or open to making it your home What's in it for you 32 days of paid time off – 30 regular vacation days plus Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve off Meal allowance – up to 15 digital vouchers per month, adding up to over €100 net for you Flexibility – hybrid work setup with mobile work options and flexibility around core hours Steep learning curve – fast-moving environment, real ownership, and a front-row seat to scaling a company Job-Rad – lease a bike through us, tax-free Gym access – stay active on site (Karlsruhe office only) Employee events – from team offsites to regular get-togethers Company pension scheme – company-supported pension to set you up for later Great public transport links – both offices are within walking distance of tram and metro stops