OPENTEXT - THE INFORMATION COMPANYOpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.AI-First. Future-Driven. Human-Centered.At OpenText, AI is at the heart of everything we do—powering innovation, transforming work, and empowering digital knowledge workers. We're hiring talent that AI can't replace to help us shape the future of information management. Join us.Your impactAs Legal Counsel – Emerging Markets at OpenText, you’ll be a trusted advisor for our operations across the Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) region and, when needed, the Middle East and Africa (MEA). You’ll work closely with business teams to draft and negotiate high-value contracts, navigate complex legal frameworks, and ensure compliance in an evolving technology landscape. Beyond traditional legal work, you’ll also help drive our digital transformation in legal operations, bringing innovative solutions to the forefront of our processes.What the role offersA strategic and hands-on legal role at the heart of a global technology companyThe opportunity to advise on cutting-edge issues in SaaS, cloud, AI, and digital transformationRegional responsibility across CEE, with occasional MEA exposureCollaboration with cross-functional stakeholders in Sales, Finance, Compliance, and Product teamsA platform to shape legal processes through automation, contract analytics, and legal tech toolsA fast-paced environment where commercial awareness and practical problem-solving are valued as much as legal precisionWhat you need to succeedExperience & SkillsQualified lawyer with 3+ years post-qualification experience (PQE)Strong track record in contract drafting and negotiation in the technology sectorBackground in multinational IT/tech companies or top-tier law firms advising such clientsExcellent command of English (written and spoken) and native fluency in a CEE languageKnowledge of data protection, cybersecurity, and AI-related legal frameworksMindset & AttributesBusiness-oriented legal thinking — balancing risk management with commercial goalsA keen interest in legal tech and process innovationHigh attention to detail combined with a pragmatic, solution-driven approachAbility to work independently and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, multicultural environmentStrong interpersonal skills with a collaborative, advisory styleOne last thingThis isn’t just a legal role — it’s an opportunity to combine regional legal expertise with innovation in legal service delivery, making a direct impact on how we operate across emerging markets. If you’re passionate about law, technology, and finding practical solutions in complex environments, we’d love to hear from you.OpenText's efforts to build an inclusive work environment go beyond simply complying with applicable laws. Our Employment Equity and Diversity Policy provides direction on maintaining a working environment that is inclusive of everyone, regardless of culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws.If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please contact us at . Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace.