Legal Counsel

**Legal Counsel to FirstVet** At FirstVet, we believe every pet deserves accessible, high\-quality healthcare. Through digital innovation, we connect pet owners with experienced veterinarians via video consultations, making veterinary care more accessible, efficient, and compassionate. We are now looking for a Legal Counsel to join our team and work closely with our Head of Legal in supporting FirstVet’s continued growth across multiple markets. **The role** As Legal Counsel at FirstVet, you will act as a trusted legal partner to the business, providing pragmatic and business\-oriented legal support in a fast\-paced, international environment. **Your responsibilities will include** * Providing hands\-on legal advice in strategic and operational matters across Sweden, Norway, Finland, and the UK, often with a cross\-border perspective * Supporting commercial teams, HR, product, tech, and other group functions with clear and practical legal guidance * Drafting, reviewing, and maintaining contracts, general terms \& conditions, policies, and other legal documentation, as well as improving legal processes * Advising on corporate law, employment law, and GDPR, translating legal requirements into business\-friendly solutions * Mapping and assessing regulatory requirements within the veterinary and digital health space * Coordinating and managing external counsel in different jurisdictions when needed * Communicating legal risks and recommendations clearly to stakeholders at all levels of the organisation While we operate across multiple markets, this role is based in Stockholm and comes with a flexible hybrid way of working. We value the balance of working from home and spending time at our Stockholm office, especially for collaboration with HR, Finance, and the CEO. **Who we are looking for** We are looking for someone who combines solid legal expertise with a strong business mindset and enjoys working closely with the organisation. **You likely have** * A Swedish law degree (Juristexamen) * At least 4 years of relevant legal experience * Background from a law firm and/or an in\-house role * Strong knowledge of corporate law, employment law, and GDPR * Experience working with UK law or in a UK context (a strong advantage) * Excellent communication skills in both English and Swedish * The ability to work independently while collaborating closely with others **What we offer** At FirstVet, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including: * A competitive salary * A central Stockholm office with breakfast served every weekday and access to an on\-site gym * Collective agreement (kollektivavtal) * Wellness allowance (friskvårdsbidrag) * Great IT equipment to support you in your daily work **Why FirstVet?** At FirstVet, you’ll be part of a purpose\-driven company where legal work truly matters. We offer a collaborative, down\-to\-earth culture, a dog\-friendly office, and the opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of pets and their owners.