Governance & Legal Lead (m/f/d)

We are seeking an experienced and pragmatic Governance & Legal Lead to design, implement and optimise governance & legal operations across our European business. This role ensures compliance, operational efficiency, and alignment with regulatory standards, while acting as a trusted partner to the executive team and coordinating shared initiatives with our corporate partner, Zurich. The ideal candidate combines governance & legal expertise with structured execution, project management skills, and a strong understanding of technology-driven environments - particularly software development. Inspired by modern legal delivery models, this position focuses on operational excellence, stakeholder engagement, and process optimisation.Key ResponsibilitiesGovernance Oversight & Legal CoordinationDevelop and evolve a lean, scalable governance & legal framework to support business growth and cross-border consistencyCoordinate legal activities across jurisdictions, ensuring alignment with internal policies and European regulatory requirementsMonitor governance and compliance risks and ensure mitigation measures are embedded in operational processesProvide strategic advice to senior leadership on corporate, commercial, regulatory, and compliance matters, with particular attention to the insurance sector’s evolving legal landscapePolicy Framework & Process Optimisation Oversee the creation, implementation, and continuous improvement of governance & legal processes, templates, and workflowsDrive maturity in governance & legal operations by introducing scalable tools, metrics, and reporting frameworksEnsure internal controls and insurance-specific standards are consistently applied across all business unitsProject ManagementApply structured project management methodologies to deliver governance & legal initiatives efficientlyScope, plan, and execute cross-functional projects, ensuring stakeholder alignment and measurable outcomesChampion process optimisation and continuous improvement in legal workflows, drawing on best practices from modern legal operations and project delivery modelsTechnology & InnovationCollaborate closely with product and engineering teams to embed compliance into software development and data handlingImplement legal tech solutions to automate and streamline governance & legal processesInternal & External Stakeholder ManagementCoordinate internal and & external legal advisors across various domains (e.g. corporate, IP, employment, regulatory)Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to integrate governance considerations into strategic and operational decisionsCross-Functional CollaborationAct as an interface between corporate legal, business, and technical teams to ensure governance & legal input is embedded early in product development and regulatory change programmesTeam LeadershipManage and mentor a small team, including a working studentFoster a culture of accountability, learning, and excellenceQualifications & ExperienceMinimum 6 years of professional experience, ideally within a fast-paced, international environmentProven track record in leading governance & legal functions or major governance & legal projectsDeep expertise in governance & legal frameworks related to IT, artificial intelligence, and data protection within a European contextStrong understanding of European regulatory frameworks and cross-border governance & legal issuesTechnical affinity and experience in software development processes Experience in the insurance sector is a plus, particularly in navigating regulatory frameworks, claims-related legal matters, and consumer protectionFluent in German and EnglishBeneficial: Qualified lawyer in Germany or another major European jurisdictionWhy getolo?🌴 Salary & Vacation Attractive salary Tiered vacation days starting at 28 days (up to a maximum of 30 days) Days off on December 24th and 31st 🧑‍💻 Mobility & Flexibility Choose between a Swapfiets bike or a subsidized BVG Eco Ticket or Deutschlandticket Work in a hybrid setup – from your home office or in our Berlin-Mitte office Work up to 60 days per year from another EU country 🧘 Health Access to free coaching sessions with nilo.health, our mental wellbeing partner Try our products yourself Choose between dentolo, petolo or vitolo 📚 Development Annual training budget starting at €750 Regular (360-degree) feedback 🙌 And much more… Legendary summer and winter parties Regular team events Employee discounts via Corporate Benefits Two volunteer days per calendar year Pet-friendly office Sounds like the perfect role for you? We look forward to receiving your application and getting to know youAbout getoloFounded in 2015, getolo GmbH is an innovative and award-winning InsurTech company offering comprehensive supplementary insurance products in the areas of dental care, pet health and liability, and additional health coverage. Under the brands dentolo, petolo, and vitolo, we support more than 200,000 customers across Germany and provide digital, hassle-free coverage that seamlessly integrates into everyday life.We believe that prevention is always better than cure. That’s why we focus on proactive care, customer-centric service, and financial security to protect our customers and their loved ones from unexpected costs. Thanks to the close collaboration between our team of market specialists and insurance experts, we continuously track industry developments to offer practical solutions to current challenges.getolo’s company culture is built on collaboration, innovation, and agility – always with a clear focus on the needs of our customers. With a team of around 200 employees, getolo is led by Daniel Gadea (CEO) and Laura Wulff (CGO). getolo is a partner of DA Direkt and part of the Zurich Group Germany.getolo is an employer committed to equal opportunity and diversity. We strive to create a friendly, safe, and welcoming environment for all getolis — regardless of ethnic background, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disabilities or abilities of any kind, physical appearance, social background, marital status, age, or religion (or lack thereof).When reviewing your application, we focus exclusively on your experience and motivation. You decide which additional personal information you wish to share (photo, marital status, religion, gender, nationality, etc.). We value and treat all applications equally.Contact:getolo Recruiting Teamjobs@getolo.com