À propos de ce poste Legal Counsel Procurement (EU) chez Nebius
About Nebius:
Nebius is leading a new era in cloud infrastructure for the global AI economy. We are building a full-stack AI cloud platform that supports developers and enterprises from data and model training through to production deployment, without the cost and complexity of building large in-house AI/ML infrastructure.
Built by engineers, for engineers. From large-scale GPU orchestration to inference optimization, we own the hard problems across compute, storage, networking and applied AI.
Listed on Nasdaq (NBIS) and headquartered in Amsterdam, we have a global footprint with R&D hubs across Europe, the UK, North America and Israel. Our team of 1,500+ includes hundreds of engineers with deep expertise across hardware, software and AI R&D.
Role Overview
A brief, high-level summary of the role's purpose and impact.
Nebius is seeking a talented Legal Counsel Procurement to join our dynamic legal team. In this role, you will be the go-to legal partner for all procurement across Nebius, with a particular focus on data center procurement, including hardware, connectivity and related services. You will work closely with our procurement, infrastructure, logistics, procurement and finance teams to enable strategic sourcing initiatives, secure critical supply for Nebius’ expanding operations, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and internal policies.
Key Responsibilities
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- Advise on, draft and negotiate hardware procurement agreements, including for GPUs, servers, storage and networking equipment and CDUs, with OEMs, ODMs, distributors and resellers (e.g. master purchase agreements, supply agreements, warranty and RMA terms, and support arrangements).
- Advise on and negotiate connectivity agreements, including dark fiber, IRUs, wavelength, IP transit, cross-connect and other network services.
- Advise and negotiate complex logistics agreements including freight, forward and warehousing activity.
- Support the procurement of data center related services, such as co-location, installation and deployment, maintenance, logistics, and equipment financing or leasing arrangements.
- Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of other procurement agreements globally, including software and SaaS, IT services, professional services, consultancy and general corporate purchasing.
- Develop and maintain procurement contract templates, negotiation playbooks and guidance, and train procurement teams on their use.
- Advise on supply chain legal risks, including export controls, sanctions, supplier due diligence, data protection and information security requirements, and ESG obligations.
- Coordinate and manage external counsel to ensure cost-effective, high-quality legal support.
- Monitor regulatory developments affecting Nebius’ infrastructure and procurement activities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize procurement processes and risk management.
Key Qualifications & Experience
Must-have requirements:
- Master’s degree from a reputable university.
- At least 3 years of relevant experience in a law firm or in-house legal department, with a focus on procurement, technology or IT contracts, or data center/infrastructure projects.
- Experience with hardware supply, connectivity or other data center procurement agreements is a strong plus.
- Strong understanding of commercial law.
- Able to work under short deadlines.
- Excellent communication and contract negotiation skills in English.
- Proactive, pragmatic, and business-oriented approach with the ability to work independently.
Competencies & Behavioral Traits
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- Proactive problem-solving and ownership mindset
- Ability to collaborate across teams and cultures
Benefits & Perks:
- Competitive compensation
- Career growth and learning opportunities
- Flexibility and ownership
- Collaborative and innovative culture
- Opportunity to work on impactful AI projects
- International environment and talented teams
What's it like to work at Nebius:
Fast moving - Bold thinking - Constant growth - Meaningful impact - Trust and real ownership - Opportunity to shape the future of AI
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Nebius is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the country in which they apply and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility as a condition of hire.
If you need accommodations during the application process, please let us know.
