CLO - Chief Legal Officer wanted for AI-driven automation platform to simplify social support applications

Proven experience as a Legal Counsel, Chief Legal Officer, or similar role, with strong knowledge in public sector and regulatory frameworks.
Deep understanding of legal compliance, data privacy laws (especially GDPR), and working within GovTech or SaaS environments.
Expertise in developing relationships with public sector institutions, government agencies, NGOs, and corporate clients.
Experience negotiating contracts, partnership agreements, and compliance across both B2B and B2C sectors.
Ability to manage risk assessment and ensure legal security for our operations and partnerships with public bodies.
A strategic thinker with the capacity to advise on corporate governance, legal strategy, and regulatory compliance.
Excellent communication and leadership skills to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

• Legal
• Legaltech
• Vertrieb
• Compliance

You have strengths in...

• getting in touch with people
• networking and business relationships
• organizing and keeping stuff tidy

You already have...

• worked as fulltime employee
• lead fulltime employees

Lead the legal strategy, focusing on regulatory compliance and managing the legal risks associated with both B2B and B2C operations.
Develop and manage relationships with public institutions, ensuring Kunuus’ services align with regulatory requirements and public sector frameworks.
Negotiate and draft contracts with NGOs, public sector bodies, and corporate clients, ensuring legal security and strong partnerships.
Oversee GDPR compliance, ensuring that our data handling practices protect user privacy and adhere to European standards.
Be a key legal advisor on corporate governance, contractual obligations, and risk management.
Collaborate closely with the leadership team to scale the company, ensuring we maintain legal integrity as we expand into new markets.
Advise on ISO certification and public sector compliance for future integrations with government systems.
Drive partnerships with NGOs and public institutions, acting as the legal touchpoint to expand our presence across sectors.

A key leadership role in a mission-driven company that is working to improve social support services.
Equity participation in Kunuus UG.
Full autonomy to shape the legal strategy of a high-growth startup operating in a B2B and B2C environment.
The opportunity to drive partnerships with public institutions, helping scale our platform across government services and large organizations.
A remote-friendly work environment with the ability to collaborate with a talented, global team.
The chance to help transform public sector service delivery through digital innovation.

Simplify access to social benefits through AI-driven automation, making the application process easier, faster, and more accessible for 50m People in 10 Years

Kunuus offers an AI-powered platform that simplifies the process of applying for social benefits. Users can securely upload their information, and the system automatically fills out the necessary forms for them. This saves time, reduces bureaucratic hassle, and provides quicker access to the support they need. The platform is designed to be intuitive, professional, and tailored to meet individual needs, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience for those seeking social assistance.

Challenges

The challenges ahead for Kunuus include launching our website along with targeted marketing campaigns to build awareness and attract users. Our goal is to grow the user base to 100,000 by the end of next year. Additionally, we are working to complete the development of our mobile app by April, which will expand accessibility and usability. Another key milestone is achieving ISO certifications to ensure the highest standards of data security and service quality, which are crucial for building trust with our users.

Target group

Our target audience includes individuals who need assistance with applying for social benefits, such as unemployed individuals, refugees, people with disabilities, and anyone struggling with bureaucratic processes. Kunuus is designed for those who find it difficult or time-consuming to navigate the complex social support systems, offering them an intuitive and efficient way to manage their applications. We aim to support vulnerable groups by simplifying access to the help they need.