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https://mistral.ai/careers.About the RoleMistral AI is seeking a Corporate Legal Counsel to join our Legal team and to enable Leadership, Finance, and HR teams to execute operations seamlessly, without legal bottlenecks or compliance delays. This is a critical role in helping establish and strengthen the corporate foundations of our Group. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with diverse stakeholders across geographies and work directly on a wide range of legal topics—from governance and compliance to insurance and employment matters. This position offers the chance to take ownership of key legal areas and become a trusted advisor on strategic initiatives.Some key initiative to contribute to :Manage corporate matters for wholly owned entities, liaising with local law firms to ensure consistency and complianceShape and innovate internal corporate processes, driving efficiency and continuous improvementAutomate and track equity management across the Group, enhancing transparency and operational agilityKey ResponsibilitiesAssist in the creation, management, and governance of corporate entities worldwide, coordinating with local external counsels on matters such as labor law, insurance, and compliance (e.g., Sapin II)Manage equity regimes and related documentation, including maintaining share registers and ensuring compliance with local regulationsSupport day-to-day corporate operations, including drafting and maintaining corporate documents, handling KYC requests, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirementsCollaborate with cross-functional teams, including Finance, HR, and Leadership, to streamline processes and drive operational efficiencyDevelop, maintain, and update internal corporate and equity templates, practices, and guidelines.Assist the Lead Corporate Legal Counsel in various legal tasks and projects, including legal operations and process optimizationNegotiate contracts with suppliers and service providers, ensuring alignment with corporate policies and legal standardsProvide support on ad-hoc legal topics as neededWhy Join Us?Play a pivotal role in building the corporate legal foundation of a dynamic and growing organizationWork on diverse and impactful projects, with the opportunity to shape processes and drive meaningful changeCollaborate with global stakeholders and contribute to high-visibility initiativesTake ownership of key legal topics and grow as a strategic leader within the organizationWho are you?2 years of experience in corporate law, either in a law firm or within an international groupProven ability to incorporate and manage corporate entities, including handling day-to-day corporate operationsExperience with KYC and UBO requests, including the ability to push back or provide appropriate information to stakeholdersStrong attention to detail and a pragmatic approach to problem-solvingAbility to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, particularly Finance and HRClear, concise, and effective communication skills, both verbal and written, especially with non-legal stakeholdersAbility to work autonomously while knowing when to seek guidanceProject management skills, including the ability to manage legal topics from start to finishExperience coordinating with external local counsels on specific legal mattersNow, it would be great if you haveBasic understanding of cap tables in venture-backed companies, including governance items like Shareholders Agreements and side lettersFamiliarity with equity-related challenges and pain pointsBasic knowledge or curiosity about corporate-adjacent topics such as insurance, employment law, finance, or complianceUnderstanding of the AI market or an interest in technology and its operational impactWhat We Offer💰 Competitive cash salary and equity🥕 Food : Daily lunch vouchers🥎 Sport : Monthly contribution to a Gym pass subscription🚴 Transportation : Monthly contribution to a mobility pass🧑⚕ Health : Full health insurance for you and your family🍼 Parental : Generous parental leave policy🌎 Visa sponsorship
