Commercial Legal Counsel

Opportunity Overview: Commercial Legal Counsel at TotalSoft

TotalSoft, a premier technology and software solutions provider, is inviting applications for the position of Commercial Legal Counsel based in Bucharest, Romania. This is a full-time, mid-level role designed for a legal professional who can provide practical, business-oriented legal support across a broad spectrum of commercial and technology-related matters. The successful candidate will work closely with internal stakeholders to identify legal risks, support business growth, and streamline corporate governance.

Key Responsibilities

As a Commercial Legal Counsel at TotalSoft, your core duties will include:

• Contract Management: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a diverse range of commercial agreements. This includes client-facing contracts such as Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) agreements, software licensing, and related service agreements, as well as partnership, distribution, and reseller contracts.
• Public Procurement: Supporting the business in public procurement processes, including drafting requests for clarifications and reviewing contractual documentation.
• Risk Mitigation: Identifying, assessing, and mitigating commercial risks, with a particular focus on liability, intellectual property (IP) protection, and regulatory compliance.
• Template Standardization: Contributing to the continuous improvement and standardization of the company's internal contract templates and legal processes.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Working closely with Sales, Business Development, and Finance teams to facilitate new business initiatives.
• Corporate Governance: Drafting documentation, resolutions, and approvals for General Meetings of Shareholders and the Board of Directors.

Eligibility & Requirements

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Education: A university degree in Law.
• Experience: A minimum of 3 years of professional legal experience, gained either in-house within a corporate legal department or as an associate in a reputable law firm.
• Domain Knowledge: Broad legal knowledge with a strong understanding of commercial and corporate law. Familiarity with the EU AI Act is considered a distinct advantage.
• Language Skills: Professional fluency in English (both written and spoken) is mandatory.
• Key Competencies: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, high integrity, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, actionable advice for non-legal stakeholders.

What TotalSoft Offers

TotalSoft provides a collaborative and growth-oriented work environment, offering:

• The opportunity to work on complex, cutting-edge commercial and IT-related legal matters.
• Direct exposure to multiple internal stakeholders, including technical and executive teams.
• A hybrid work model, allowing for a balanced and flexible professional life.
• Clear pathways for professional development and career advancement.