Multiverse
International Senior Legal Counsel (UK & Germany)
Part remote, part office, you need to live within commuting distance of a named location.
Hybrid · London
Employer listed it 2 months ago · Added 4 days ago
Been open since 2 months ago. Long-running listings are sometimes left up after the role is filled.
Salary
Not stated
Location
Hybrid · London
Timezone
Not stated
Contract
Full-time
Experience
Senior
Category
Finance
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Remote flexibility
Hybrid
This role is only partly remote, the employer expects time in the office around London, Hybrid, so you need to live within commuting distance.
What the employer says
- Source listing states candidate location: "London, Hybrid"
- Listing mentions "Hybrid" and three days per week in the office
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About the role
Multiverse is the upskilling platform for AI and Tech adoption.
We have partnered with 1,500+ companies to deliver a new kind of learning that's transforming today’s workforce.
Our upskilling apprenticeships are designed for people of any age and career stage to build critical AI, data, and tech skills. Our learners have driven $2bn+ ROI for their employers, using the skills they’ve learned to improve productivity and measurable performance.
In April 2026, we announced $70 million in strategic funding, led by Schroders Capital, with participation from StepStone Group, Lightspeed Venture Partners and General Catalyst. At an increased valuation of $2.1bn, the round makes us Europe’s first EdTech double unicorn.
But we aren’t stopping there. With a strong operational footprint and 800+ employees, we have ambitious plans to continue scaling. We’re building a world where tech skills unlock people’s potential and output. Join Multiverse and power our mission to equip the workforce to win in the AI era.
International Legal Counsel (UK & Germany)
The Role
This is a newly created position within Multiverse’s Legal team, reporting directly to the General Counsel. As we expand our international footprint, this role is vital in establishing our in-house legal capability across both the UK and German markets.
You will serve as the primary legal partner for our German operations—including StackFuel GmbH and future acquisitions—while providing commercial legal support to the UK business. We are looking for a collaborative professional who enjoys working across cultures and is excited to contribute to a growing, impact-driven organisation.
What You’ll Do
German Operations: Act as the lead legal advisor for German group entities, providing guidance on commercial, employment, and corporate matters.
Contract Management: Lead the German commercial contracting lifecycle (B2B, B2C, and B2G), drafting and negotiating agreements that help the business scale safely.
Regulatory Guidance: Navigate the German regulatory landscape, including vocational training regulations (AZAV), providing practical advice to support business growth.
Strategic Integration: Support post-acquisition workstreams, including contract migrations, governance alignment, and compliance harmonisation for European M&A transactions.
Employment Law: Advise on German employment matters, including works council engagement and equity schemes.
External Partnerships: Manage relationships with external German counsel to ensure high-quality, cost-effective support.
UK & Cross-Border Support: Draft and negotiate UK commercial contracts (tech, data, and partnerships) and act as a strategic bridge between UK and German business functions.
What We Are Looking For
We recognise that excellence comes from a variety of backgrounds. If you meet the core requirements below and are passionate about the role, we encourage you to apply.
Core Requirements:
Legal Qualification: Qualified to practice law in Germany.
Jurisdictional Experience: A strong understanding of the German legal market and experience working within the UK legal environment (e.g., in-house, international firm, or UK-based role).
Language Proficiency: Fluency in both German and English (written and spoken), with the ability to negotiate and draft legal documents in both languages.
Commercial Law Foundation: Experience managing a variety of commercial contracts and regulatory matters.
Requirements
- ·Legal Qualification: Qualified to practice law in Germany.
- ·Jurisdictional Experience: A strong understanding of the German legal market and experience working within the UK legal environment (e.g., in-house, international firm, or UK-based role).
- ·Language Proficiency: Fluency in both German and English (written and spoken), with the ability to negotiate and draft legal documents in both languages.
- ·Commercial Law Foundation: Experience managing a variety of commercial contracts and regulatory matters.
- ·Great to Have (but not required):
Benefits
- ·Time off - 27 days holiday, plus 5 additional days off: 1 life event day, 2 volunteer days, 2 company-wide wellbeing days (M-Powered Weekend) and 8 bank holidays per year
- ·Health & Wellness - private medical Insurance with Bupa, a medical cashback scheme, life insurance, gym membership & wellness resources through Wellhub and access to Spill - all in one mental health support
- ·Hybrid work offering - for most roles we collaborate in the office three days per week with the exception of Coaches and Instructors who collaborate in the office once a month
- ·Work-from-anywhere scheme - you'll have the opportunity to work from anywhere, up to 10 days per year
- ·Space to connect: Beyond the desk, we make time for weekly catch-ups, seasonal celebrations, and have a kitchen that’s always stocked!
How to apply
- 1Check the flexibility label above, hybrid, matches where you plan to live and work.
- 2Tailor your CV to the role at Multiverse, mentioning your remote working experience.
- 3Apply directly on the employer's careers page using the button below. Nomaders never handles your application.
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