Job Description

About us

Since our inception in 2015, Zenitech has grown to become a powerhouse of high-calibre technology and advisory professionals. We are a creative and skilled organisation with Technology at the heart of everything we do. As a strategic partner to our clients we design, transform and develop innovative solutions that have a real impact on their businesses. We’re an agile, dynamic, creative community of individuals who actively embrace out-of-the-box thinking and diverse perspectives.

We partner with our clients to build digital visions of the future. Our diverse client portfolio, ranges through world-renowned brands in industries including entertainment and gaming, defence, automotive, healthcare and sports, sports gaming and more. We invest in creating products and intellectual property within Zenitech, which underpins many of the technical relationships we hold with our clients.

About the role

We are seeking a commercially minded and pragmatic Legal Counsel to support our growing technology business in Hungary and across the wider group.

This role forms part of the Group Legal function and reports directly to the Head of Legal. The successful candidate will independently manage legal matters within their remit, while aligning with the group legal strategy and agreed escalation protocols.

This is an individual contributor role requiring confidence, ownership and sound judgement.

What you will do

• Independently manage day-to-day legal matters relating to the Hungarian entity;

• Draft, review and negotiate a board range of commercial agreements, including but not limited to:

  • Master services agreements / Framework agreements;

  • Statements of work;

  • Supplier agreements;

  • Non-disclosure agreements;

  • Consultancy and contract agreements;

  • IP licences; and

  • IT services agreements.

• Support sales, finance and HR teams with contract negotiations;

• Advise on Hungarian corporate, contract, employment and regulatory matters;

• Liaise with external counsel in Hungary when required;

• Ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements;

• Identify legal risks and propose commercially balanced solutions;

• Escalate strategically significant, high-value or precedent-setting matters to the Head of Legal;

• Contribute to internal processes, templates and governance frameworks;

• Ad-hoc legal related tasks or projects;

• Maintain accurate and organized contract documentation within the Group Contract Repository to ensure easy retrieval and accessibility;

• Support implementation of Group policies in Hungary.

Requirements

• Qualified Hungarian lawyer;

• This role involves regular collaboration, so we’re looking for someone who can join us in the office about twice a week. We’re flexible, and this may evolve - but being within an easy commute of Budapest is key.

• 3-5 years post-qualification experience;

• Strong experience in commercial contracting;

• Experience in a technology, IT services or fast-paced business environment;

• Ability to handle matters independently with minimal supervision;

• Exceptional organisational skills and adept project management capabilities to oversee multiple tasks efficiently;

• Strong drafting and negotiation skills;

• Excellent written and spoken English;

• Sound judgement and risk assessment capability;

• Comfortable working in a cross-border environment.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Exposure to GDPR and data protection matters;

• Experience working with UK or international stakeholders;

• Familiarity with cross-border group structures;

• Experience supporting a scaling or high-growth company.

Personal Profile

• Commercially pragmatic and solution-oriented;

• Comfortable taking ownership and delivering outcomes;

• Able to prioritise and manage workload independently;

• Professionalism, discretion, and integrity in handling confidential information and sensitive business matters;

• Collaborative and aligned with Group strategy and direction;

• Structured and organised with a keen eye for details and accuracy

What we offer

• Hybrid/flexible working model and flexible working hours

• Private Health Insurance

• Length of Service Awards

• Referral programme

• Cafeteria package

• Commuting allowance

• Onboarding gift package

• On-site bonus

• Monitor glasses

• A culture of continuous growth, supported by our People Lead system and various training resources for your personal development

• Agile mindset, simplified processes, and a great atmosphere where commitment and autonomy are celebrated

• A community-first mindset, working with talented people across technology products and consulting

• Charity events and programs

Why Zenitech?

• Impactful Projects Drive meaningful change through digital transformation projects and have an opportunity to make an impact on many different industries.

• Collaborative Culture Be part of a diverse, inclusive team committed to growth, innovation, and continuous learning.

• Professional Growth Zenitech supports continuous learning and development through the People Lead system, helping you advance your skills and career.

Diversity and Inclusion

Zenitech celebrates diversity in all its forms. We aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued for their unique contributions and perspectives. If you require any adjustments during the application process, please let us know—we’re here to help. Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging can be found here

Why work with us?

Everything we do is about growth – helping our brilliant people do their best work, learn, develop and grow their skills and careers. We are a growing company with great opportunities and the work we do makes a real difference in the digital landscape. We are all about our community. That means creating the right environment for you to thrive, to be part of a team and to do amazing work that you and our clients love.

We pride ourselves on our core values of Community First, Consistent Growth, Effective Partnership and Simplified Processes. You can see them in action in all aspects of our everyday work. We foster an open, trusting and collaborative working environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and shine, and where excellence is rewarded.