EMEA Counsel
Pubblicato il 14-09-2026 - Igenius in Milano
We are seeking an ambitious Legal Counsel to join our fast-growing team in Milan, who will act as the company’s key point of reference for corporate governance matters.
In this role, you will advise senior leadership and the board on governance structures, corporate compliance, and entity management, while also supporting the business across a broader range of legal matters as needed.
As a key member of our Legal team, you will operate with a high degree of autonomy, leading on complex and often ambiguous corporate governance matters while partnering closely with leadership, finance, and compliance stakeholders. The ideal candidate is a seasoned, business-oriented legal professional who is comfortable owning governance matters end-to-end and can communicate complex legal concepts clearly to non-legal audiences.
Advise on governance implications of corporate transactions, including financing rounds, M&A;, and organizational changes
Monitor evolving corporate law and governance requirements, and proactively update internal policies, delegations of authority,
and governance frameworks accordingly
Manage board and shareholder matters, including preparation and organization of board/shareholder meetings, resolutions, minutes, and corporate approvals
Support the company’s approach to corporate compliance and risk management
Oversee entity management and corporate housekeeping across the group’s legal entities
Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial and corporate contracts
Provide strategic legal advice on business matters as they arise, acting as a trusted advisor across departments
Contribute to the development and improvement of internal legal procedures
Law degree from an accredited law school
Minimum 7 years of relevant experience at a law firm or in-house, with substantial exposure to corporate governance matters
Excellent knowledge of Italian corporate law and governance requirements; Good knowledge of technology law
Proven experience manag