Be the Legal Backbone of Highsoft’s Success

We are seeking a new in-house Legal Counsel who will play a key role in shaping Highsoft's continued growth and expansion. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in an exciting, dynamic environment with a global customer base.

Key tasks:

• Lead the drafting, negotiation, and review of commercial contracts, with a particular focus on licensing agreements and partnership collaborations.
• Design and implement contractual frameworks for new product launches and strategic partnerships.
• Serve as the company’s legal advisor on various matters, including GDPR compliance, data protection strategies, and IP protection..
• Support corporate transactions such as acquisitions and potential mergers.
• Manage external legal advisors and ensure alignment with company goals.
• Maintain and develop standardized agreements for licensing, distribution, and partner programs to ensure scalability and compliance.

Desired qualifications:

• Master of Laws degree (or equivalent).
• A minimum of 5 years experience: Proven track record in a law firm or an "in-house" legal role, showcasing relevant expertise and responsibilities
• Strong Knowledge of Commercial Contract Law: Demonstrated ability to draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts effectively.
• Expertise in Intellectual Property (IP), Commercial Law, and Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A): Specialized knowledge in these areas with practical application in business scenarios.
• Solid understanding of GDPR and its practical application in a business context.
• Proven Negotiation Experience: Skilled in negotiating with customers primarily through video calls in English, ensuring favorable outcomes and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.

Who you are:

• You have a commercially and business-oriented mindset.
• Self-driven, pragmatic, and practical, with strong prioritization skills.
• Confident and effective in conducting negotiations in English, both written and verbal.

What Do We Offer?

At Highsoft, you’ll thrive in a collaborative environment with short decision-making pathways, surrounded by skilled colleagues who are deeply passionate about Highcharts products? . With headquarters in the picturesque Vik in Sogn, additional offices at Media City Bergen & Rocket House Sogndal, and global partners, we provide:

• Meaningful work: Join us in developing a product trusted by some of the world’s most influential companies, with usability, accessibility, and innovation at its core.
• Flexibility tailored to you: Enjoy the freedom to balance work and life through flexible hours, workaway opportunities, and remote working—whether passionate about outdoor adventures, quality family time, or diving deep into technology.
• A strong sense of belonging: Our culture embraces diversity, humor, and balance. We prioritize the team over hierarchy, creating an environment where we support one another, share knowledge, and celebrate achievements of all sizes together.
• A prime location: Work from Vik in Sogn or Sogndal, nestled in the heart of one of Norway’s most beautiful fjords. Alternatively, Bergen may also be considered for the ideal candidate.

Got questions?

Feel free to reach out out to us, we'd love to hear from you!