Associate Counsel - EU/​UK Privacy & Commercial Transactions

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Associate Counsel to join our fully remote team at Huntress. As an Associate Counsel focused on EU/UK Privacy and Commercial Transactions, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our legal strategy across EMEA. This position offers the opportunity to work with a passionate team dedicated to breaking down the barriers to cybersecurity, ensuring that our innovative solutions reach a global audience. As our first Legal Counsel outside of the US, you will be instrumental in developing commercial terms and refining our data privacy program, ensuring we deliver exceptional value and build trust with our international partners and customers.

What You'll Do

• Act as the primary legal point of contact for all EMEA Sales and Procurement operations, leading high-impact negotiations for customer and vendor contracts.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to design and implement commercial terms that facilitate rapid growth across new international territories.
• Take ownership of the EMEA data privacy program, ensuring Huntress remains ahead of evolving regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on privacy and data protection, providing clear, actionable guidance to internal stakeholders.
• Evaluate and integrate legal AI tools to drive efficiency in contract workflows and document management.
• Partner with the US-based legal team to ensure global alignment while maintaining local compliance and market relevance.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in commercial law, specifically focused on contract negotiation and vendor management within the EU.
• Substantial experience in data privacy and protection; a CIPP/E certification is highly preferred.
• A proven track record of supporting international expansion for a high-growth technology or cybersecurity company.
• Hands-on experience using or implementing AI tools to streamline legal operations.
• The ability to work independently as a “team of one” while maintaining strong communication with a global leadership team.
• Deep intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to solving complex, cross-border legal challenges.
• Resilience and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where you are building the playbook as you go.

Nice to Have

• Experience in cybersecurity law.
• Familiarity with international data transfer regulations.
• Previous experience in a startup environment.

What We Offer

• 100% remote work environment – since our founding in 2015.
• Generous paid time off policy, including vacation, sick time, and paid holidays.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Highly competitive and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Compensation range: £100,000 to £115,000 base plus bonus and equity.