Legal Counsel – Data Protection and Digital Law

MSC is looking for a Legal Counsel specialized in Data Protection and Digital Law to join its Global Compliance – Data Protection Team. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring our organization’s compliance with international data protection regulations and supporting our digital transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Advise MSC and its subsidiaries globally on cross-jurisdictional data protection matters;
• Monitor regulatory developments, assess business impact, and proactively report potential legal risks to Management and the Group General Counsel;
• Draft, review, and negotiate data protection agreements;
• Review and oversee MSC’s data protection governance framework (global standards, policies, procedures);
• Advise on international data transfers, including regulatory requirements, and transfer mechanisms;
• Provide legal support for digital initiatives, including artificial intelligence and cybersecurity projects;
• Work closely with IT and cybersecurity teams to ensure legal compliance;
• Coordinate with external legal counsels, as needed;
• Conduct internal training and awareness sessions on data protection and confidentiality;
• Minimal business travel required.

Qualifications

• Law degree;
• At least 2-4 years’ experience in data protection and digital law (preferably in a multinational or law firm);
• Strong data protection expertise and awareness of the global regulatory landscape (EU GDPR, Swiss FADP, U.S. state laws, etc.);
• Knowledge of cybersecurity and AI legal frameworks, including international data transfer mechanisms;
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion;
• Strong organizational and communication skills;
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills;
• Comfortable working in a global, fast-paced environment;
• Any privacy certification (such as, CIPP) is a plus;
• Fluent in English; other languages are a plus.

Being part of MSC means:

• International experience in a global company;
• Learning, training and personal development;
• Possibility to work on hybrid mode;
• Modern and green office with free parking;
• Teambuilding events and other social activities;
• Health insurance, including sport and dentist;
• Extra vacation days;
• Fresh fruits, lunch coupons, coffee, and tea in the office;
• Monthly gross salary ranging from EUR 2800 to 5000, based on the candidate's experience.