Legal Manager

We are seeking a Legal Manager to become part of our team. This opportunity allows you to contribute to a dynamic company and influence legal decision-making at a strategic level. You will engage with teams across different countries and play a significant part in driving business success through your legal knowledge. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative and energetic environment.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law or a closely related field
• A minimum of 8 years’ legal practice experience, including work at a top law firm or as in-house counsel for a leading IT services provider
• At least 3 years in a supervisory, managerial, or coordination capacity
• Experience leading a legal team of 20 or more for at least 2 years
• Thorough knowledge of Contract Law, Data Protection Law, Intellectual Property Law, and Polish legal requirements
• Proven expertise in negotiating software development contracts
• Broad experience in commercial law and strong decision-making skills
• Outstanding skills in drafting and written legal communication
• Fluency in English and Polish, both written and spoken, at an advanced level
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and perform well under pressure
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with a high level of productivity
• Experience working on legal matters related to commercial IT services

Nice to have:

• Familiarity with legal frameworks in other European countries
• Proficiency in Russian, which is helpful for cross-border legal work

• Drive the expansion of EPAM’s business activities by managing legal matters in Poland and the Central and Eastern European region
• Draft, analyze, and negotiate a wide range of client agreements, including IT software service contracts, consulting agreements, statements of work, NDAs, and data processing contracts
• Develop, negotiate, and oversee procurement contracts for subcontractors, vendors, alliances, leases, NDAs, and data processing
• Provide legal advice to sales and business units during RFP processes
• Partner with internal stakeholders and the global Legal team to support deal completion
• Lead and participate in projects focused on creating contract templates, unifying legal standards, and improving contract management systems
• Educate internal teams to ensure legal policies and procedures are consistently applied
• Assist with GDPR compliance by working with cross-functional groups and offering guidance on privacy and data protection matters
• Advise on digital, technology, and cybersecurity regulations, and contribute to compliance initiatives such as NIS2
• Collaborate with both internal and external legal specialists, including external counsel
• Compile management reports detailing contract negotiations, disputes, and other key legal updates
• Plan and deliver training on legal policies, programs, and contract practices