About the Client

Fondia is a legal industry innovator and technology leader, addressing corporate legal needs with both legal advisory services and our award-winning LDaaS (Legal Department as a Service) model. This unique model blends the advantages of an in-house legal department with the flexibility of outsourced service, acting as a proactive partner for your core business. With around 180 experts, we’re trusted by more than 1,000 clients across a wide range of industries in the Nordics and Baltics. Fondia is the only publicly listed law firm in the Nordic region.

About the Role

As a Senior Legal Counsel in Data Protection you will combine senior-level legal advisory work with the opportunity to shape and grow Fondia’s Data Protection practice in Lithuania. You will advise clients on practical and business-critical Data Protection matters, act as a trusted legal partner, and collaborate closely with Nordic–Baltic colleagues to develop high-quality, client-focused services in a growing area of legal need.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently managing client assignments and acting as a trusted legal partner, providing business‑oriented legal advice across a broad range of business law matters;

• Advising clients on legal issues arising during their business activities within the scope of the position, including analyzing situations, preparing legal assessments, and drafting, reviewing, and negotiating relevant legal documentation;

• Providing expert Data Protection advisory and consultancy to clients, including practical guidance on compliance, risk management, documentation, acting as Data Protection Officer for the clients, and day-to-day privacy-related legal questions;

• Leading the development of Fondia’s Data Protection practice in Lithuania, including strengthening the service offering, building internal know-how, collaborating with Nordic–Baltic colleagues, and identifying new client opportunities in this area;

• Identifying legal risks and practical solutions for clients while contributing to knowledge sharing and mentoring within the legal team.

Requirements

• A Master’s degree in Law;

• Preferably 7+ years of experience in legal advisory, either in a law firm, in-house legal team, or another client-facing legal role;

• Strong expertise in Data Protection and practical experience in advising clients on Data Protection and privacy-related matters;

• Certification on Information Privacy Professional/Europe (CIPP/E) by International Association of Privacy Professionals;

• Prior responsibility for independently managing client relationships or acting as a main legal contact for business clients;

• Prior experience acting as Data Protection Officer;

• Strong legal drafting skills, including the ability to prepare, review, and structure contracts, corporate documents, claims, and other client-related legal documentation;

• Interest in developing as a visible Data Protection expert and contributing to the growth of Fondia’s legal services in Lithuania;

• General knowledge of commercial law: corporate, employment, contract law;

• Ability to analyze legal regulation and apply it in practice;

• Fluency in Lithuanian and English, both written and spoken;

• Responsible, structured, and proactive working style;

• Ability to work independently, take ownership of client and team matters.

Considered an advantage

• Experience in business development, and account management i.e., conducting sales, and growing and successfully managing a portfolio of client accounts;

• Certifications on other topics related to cyber-security, data protection, privacy management (for example, Cybersecurity by ISC2 (International Information System Security Certification Consortium), Information Privacy Manager (CIPM) by International Association of Privacy Professionals), etc.;

• Experience working in an international or cross‑border environment.

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive compensation: Monthly salary starting from 4300 EUR gross. The final offer will depend on the candidate’s experience and competencies.

• Inclusive and respectful culture: A genuine and teamwork driven policy ensures a positive, supportive, and trust-based workplace.

• Flat hierarchy: Collaboration, ownership, and teamwork are at the heart of the organization’s culture.

• Meaningful work: Opportunity to engage with inspiring legal professionals and contribute to a company reshaping the legal services landscape.

• Learning and development: Support for personal growth and professional advancement.

• Flexible hybrid working arrangements that respect your personal and professional balance.

• Participation in the Employee Share Savings Plan.

• 25 working days of annual vacation.

• 100% compensation for the first 3 sick days.

• Parking space in central Vilnius.

• Employee-led leisure activities promoting team spirit and well-being.