Since 2017, HiSERV has been transforming the GSE (Ground Support Equipment) market through outstanding quality, high flexibility, and fair, transparent pricing. We manage and offer our customers a young, modern fleet of more than 14,000 units. With short-term rentals, pay-per-use models, and real-time tracking, we optimally meet our customers' needs. Our clients include renowned companies in ground handling, airlines, and airports across Europe. By using innovative digital solutions, we provide reliable data to optimize usage and costs. We offer a wide range of additional services related to GSE rental: consulting, maintenance, fleet management, training, and more.

For our location in Schönefeld bei Berlin, we are looking for an

Head of Legal (m/w/d)

Purpose

This role is responsible for overseeing all legal and risk matters within an organization. Their purpose is to protect the company legally, ensure compliance, and support strategic decision-making through legal expertise.

Responsibilities

• Legal Advisory: Advise management and business units on all legal matters, with a focus on corporate law, general civil and contract law, and related commercial law topics.
• Coordination & Management: Oversee legal matters across the company, identify areas requiring action, and coordinate involvement of external law firms or subject-matter experts where appropriate.
• Contract Management: Review, draft, and negotiate contracts with clients, suppliers, and other partners – including both standard agreements and more complex arrangements in an international context. Define standards and general Terms & Conditions.
• Compliance & Governance: Contribute to the development and enhancement of internal policies, support compliance initiatives, and ensure adherence to applicable legal requirements. Govern general legal housekeeping of all legal entities.
• Risk Management: Identify legal risks at an early stage and proactively develop strategies to prevent or mitigate them.
• Collaboration with External Partners: Efficiently manage external legal advisors – from selection and briefing to review of outcomes. Oversee financial efficiency of usage.

Role Requirements, Necessary certificates & skills

• Completed degree in German and preferably international Law.
• Relevant professional experience as a Legal Counsel or in a comparable role – preferably with international exposure.
• Knowledge and experience of corporate law as well as general civil and contract law (labor law is not a focus).
• Knowledge of managing external law firms or legal service providers, with a solid understanding of business and commercial contexts.
• Excellent written and spoken German and English; additional European languages are a plus.

Why join HiSERV?

• Play a key role in a growing, internationally active company with flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes.
• Have access to diverse development opportunities and room for shaping your field of business.
• Find a modern working environment and a motivated team with a hands-on mentality.
• Attend regular employee events.
• Benefit from an attractive and competitive salary model.