Senior Legal Counsel - Privacy, Digital & AI

Job Purpose

ASSA ABLOY Group is looking for a Senior Legal Counsel with extensive experience of applying the GDPR and strong interest in technology law, AI, cyber security and digital regulation such as the Data Act, Cyber Resilience Act, NIS2, AI Act and adjacent areas of law.

You will be part of the Legal Digital, Privacy & AI-team within Group Legal, advising on and driving the implementation of high‑impact digital regulations across the Group. The team’s mission is to enable the organization to adopt digital technologies confidently and responsibly, while strengthening group‑wide digital compliance and legal risk management.

In this role, you will act as a trusted legal partner to Group functions and divisions, working closely with Information Security, Product Compliance, IT, Commercial, and AI stakeholders. You will play a key role in interpreting complex regulatory requirements, translating them into clear and actionable guidance, and supporting consistent implementation across an international, decentralized organization.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced lawyer who wants to work at the intersection of law, technology, and business in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.

About you

You can work independently, manage multiple projects and meet deadlines within budget and consistently deliver high-quality work. You have documented experience in applying and advising on legal requirements in privacy and information security, and a strong interest in AI, cyber security law and technology industry trends.

You have excellent legal and business judgment and a strong understanding of balancing regulatory and commercial risk and opportunity with the ability to assess and communicate risks and trade-offs to different audiences in a clear and actionable way.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise the business within the areas of privacy, digital regulation, AI, cyber security, and information security, including key digital regulations such as the GDPR, Data Act, Cyber Resilience Act, NIS2 and AI Act and similar regulations in other relevant jurisdictions.
• Support the implementation of legal and policy requirements related to privacy, AI, cyber security and digital regulation across Group functions and divisions.
• Monitor and assess legal developments in the digital and technology regulatory landscape and proactively advise the business on legal impact and risk.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of the Group’s digital compliance framework, promoting consistent and effective governance practices.
• Support group functions in identifying, assessing and documenting digital legal risks and governance requirements.
• Work collaboratively in a decentralized, international environment to promote awareness, best practice sharing, and a strong digital compliance culture.
• Develop and deliver legal input to training materials, guidance documents, templates, and presentations related to digital regulation, AI, cyber security, and privacy.
• Support and, where appropriate, lead cross‑functional projects and ad‑hoc initiatives within the digital and technology legal domain.

General tasks

• Manage and coordinate digital governance-related activities, including preparation of reports, presentations and templates.
• Support, contribute to and deliver training, workshops, and other awareness-raising initiatives related to digital regulation and technology law. Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Requirements 

• Master’s degree in law (or equivalent); specialization within Information Technology law and/or CIPP certification is preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience from working with and advising on privacy and, preferably, technology law, digital regulation and cyber security from a reputable law firm.
• Experience from an in-house role in an international organization is an advantage.
• Familiarity with international privacy, technology and digital regulations and experience navigating complex and sometimes conflicting legal requirements.
• Strong interest in cyber security, privacy, and technology.
• Strong integrity and ability to stand your ground in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills, maintaining attention to detail on multiple projects and adjusting to changing priorities.
• Strong analytical skills and good technical skills
• Can translate legal requirements, other legal risks and trade-offs into clear organizational and technical requirements for different audiences.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong legal and business judgment, with the ability to balance regulatory compliance with commercial objectives.
• Ability to translate complex legal requirements and risk assessments into clear, actionable guidance for different audiences, including non‑legal stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• High integrity, sound judgment, and confidence to stand your ground when necessary.
• Strong interest in technology, AI, cyber security, and digital transformation

Other

• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Willingness to undertake limited domestic and international travel.

You will report to the Head Legal for Digital Compliance. This position is placed in Stockholm or Malmö, Sweden

We review applications regularly, so don’t wait!

We are building diverse, inclusive teams, and encourage applications from everyone who can see themselves working with us. Just set up your profile and apply,no later than 20th of Mars. To make sure your personal data is safe, we don’t look at any applications sent by email or post. If you have any questions about the role or the process, email Camilla Heneby, Executive Search, at camilla.heneby@assaabloy.com

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