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
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You own corporate governance, group structure, and board and shareholder matters – including captable and employee incentive plan administration
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You maintain subsidiaries across jurisdictions and handle statutory deadlines
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You draft, review, and negotiate customer, partner, and supplier agreements – and protect our IP
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You co-own compliance and GDPR frameworks, working closely with our IT security experts
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You monitor regulatory developments and advise the executive team accordingly
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You lead legal due diligence and coordinate with outside counsel for funding rounds and M&A
What makes you a great fit
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8+ years of legal experience – ideally a mix of law firm and in-house scale-up background
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Solid background in commercial law – able to own contract negotiations and IP related topics without outside counsel
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Comfortable with corporate matters and stakeholder management
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Working knowledge of GDPR and compliance frameworks
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Fluent in German and English
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Munich-based or open to making it your home
What's in it for you
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32 days of paid time off – 30 regular vacation days plus Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve off
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Meal allowance – up to 15 digital vouchers per month, adding up to over €100 net for you
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Flexibility – hybrid work setup with mobile work options and flexibility around core hours
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Steep learning curve – fast-moving environment, real ownership, and a front-row seat to scaling a company
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Job-Rad – lease a bike through us, tax-free
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Gym access – stay active on site (Karlsruhe office only)
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Employee events – from team offsites to regular get-togethers
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Company pension scheme – company-supported pension to set you up for later
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Great public transport links – both offices are within walking distance of tram and metro stops
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