Overview
Group Legal & Governance Officer Jobs in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands at CEPD N.V.
Title: Group Legal & Governance Officer
Company: CEPD N.V.
Location: Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The Group Legal & Governance Officer provides in-house legal expertise across the Group's entities, with a focus on Dutch corporate law. The role eliminates the need to route routine legal matters through external law firms by handling contract analysis, corporate resolutions, and governance matters directly — ensuring speed, consistency, and cost efficiency across the Group.
AREAS OF IMPACT
– Independent legal analysis of contracts and corporate documents across Group entities.
– Preparation and review of corporate resolutions, powers of attorney, and governance documentation.
– In-house advisory on Dutch corporate law — reducing reliance on external counsel.
– Oversight of corporate governance standards across subsidiaries.
– Support for the Management Board and Group bodies on legal and regulatory matters.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Contract Analysis & Legal Review
– Independent review and negotiation support for commercial contracts, service agreements, NDAs, and framework agreements.
– Identifying legal risks and recommending mitigation measures in contractual arrangements.
– Maintaining a contract register and ensuring timely renewal and compliance tracking.
– Advising internal stakeholders on contract interpretation and obligations.
Corporate Resolutions & Documentation
– Drafting and processing resolutions of the Management Board, Supervisory Board, and General Meeting.
– Preparing powers of attorney, authorisation documents, and corporate declarations.
– Maintaining corporate books and records for Group entities in compliance with Dutch law.
– Supporting documentation processes for Group entities with banks and partners.
Dutch Corporate Law Advisory
– Providing in-house legal opinions on matters governed by Dutch corporate law.
– Monitoring regulatory changes in the Netherlands and assessing their impact on Group entities.
– Coordinating with local notaries and authorities on formal corporate procedures when required.
Corporate Governance
– Designing and maintaining corporate governance frameworks, policies, and procedures for Group entities.
– Monitoring compliance with governance obligations across subsidiaries.
– Supporting the preparation of board materials, agendas, and minutes.
– Acting as a point of expertise for governance best practices and regulatory requirements.
Cross-Group Legal Support
– Supporting M&A processes, restructurings, and capital transactions from a legal documentation perspective.
– Cooperating with local legal teams and finance on cross-border matters.
– Building and maintaining legal templates, playbooks, and standard documentation across the Group.
– Managing relationships with external law firms when specialist advice is required.
WHAT WE EXPECT
Legal background
University degree in Law; admitted to the bar or equivalent qualification preferred.
Dutch corporate law
Solid working knowledge of Dutch corporate law — sufficient to operate independently without external counsel on routine matters.
Contract expertise
Proven experience reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial contracts across multiple
entity types.
Corporate governance
Hands-on experience with corporate governance processes: resolutions, board materials, corporate books, and regulatory filings.
Analytical precision
Ability to identify legal risk, assess impact, and translate complex legal issues into clear operational
recommendations.
Languages
Fluency in English (business level); Dutch (working knowledge) strongly preferred
Operational mindset
Comfortable in a fast-paced, hands-on environment – executing independently rather than delegating to external firms.
WHAT WE OFFER
In-house expert role
A high-autonomy legal expert position — you are the Group's go-to person for Dutch corporate law, not just a support function.
Multi-entity scope
Work across multiple Group entities in an international, cross-border environment with real legal variety.
Broad legal agenda
From contract review to corporate resolutions, governance, and M&A support — no two days look
the same.
Close to decision-makers
Direct collaboration with the Management Board and Group functions — your opinions shape real decisions.
Growth opportunity
Room to build a legal function, develop templates and playbooks, and grow with the organisation.
Competitive package
Attractive remuneration reflecting specialist expertise and the scope of independent responsibility.
Impact without bureaucracy
Lean structure with real ownership — you act, decide, and deliver without layers of approval.
