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About the Role

Partners Group is seeking a dynamic and experienced (Senior) Legal Counsel, Data Privacy & Technology to join its Corporate Legal team. In this role, you will help shape the firm’s approach to data privacy and technology law across its global operations, with a particular focus on Europe and the GDPR. You will advise on compliance with data privacy regulations, support technology-related legal matters, and work closely with management and key stakeholders to identify and mitigate legal risks. The role offers broad exposure to strategically important, high-impact projects, as well as significant scope to take ownership and drive meaningful change.

Responsibilities

Act as a strategic advisor to stakeholders on data privacy, AI, cybersecurity, and technology law.
Drive and continuously improve GDPR compliance and related frameworks, identifying risks and proposing solutions.
Lead the negotiation and drafting of commercial agreements, including privacy and data transfer provisions.
Develop and evolve global data protection governance, including policies, procedures, and frameworks.
Manage legal responses to data breaches and data subject requests.
Create and deliver effective privacy training and awareness programs.
Steer global privacy initiatives and serve as an internal subject matter expert.
Manage external counsel and act as a liaison with regulators and public authorities.

Requirements

Law degree and bar admission (Swiss bar admission is a plus).
4–10 years of relevant experience in international law firms or in-house roles.
Experience in financial services and/or technology is preferred.
Strong, hands-on knowledge of GDPR and privacy risk management in business settings.
Proven ability in drafting/negotiating technology and commercial contracts, including privacy and data transfer provisions.
Confident judgment under pressure, balancing legal risk, urgency, and business priorities.
Clear communication skills to simplify complex topics and influence decisions.
Organized, pragmatic, and improvement-minded approach.
Fluent English; German language skills are an advantage.

Skills

Data privacy
AI
Cybersecurity
Technology law
GDPR compliance
Risk management
Contract drafting and negotiation
Incident response
Stakeholder management
Legal advisory

Location

Zug
Munich
London

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Senior

Education Level

Law degree
Bar admission

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Performance-based bonuses
Daily lunch allowance
Global professional environment with international exposure
Collaborative culture
Opportunities to learn from industry leaders
Comprehensive career development
Challenging opportunities
Hands-on training
Dedicated mentorship
PG Academy learning platform
Premium facilities
State-of-the-art building
Diverse on-site dining options
Complimentary gym access with fitness classes
Community engagement through office events, team activities, and volunteer opportunities
Sabbatical program (one month off after every five years of service)

About the Company

Partners Group is a global financial institution that retains the culture, pace and agility of a start-up.
As a growing firm, we are committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent, by offering a workplace where results are truly recognized and rewarded.