Legal Counsel

Founda Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

Legal Counsel

Founda Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

As our Legal Counsel at Founda, you'll be the foundational pillar of our in‑house legal function. You will have the unique opportunity to build, own, and scale all legal operations in a high‑growth HealthTech environment.

Your Responsibilities

You will take full ownership of the entire contracting lifecycle , which includes drafting, reviewing, and leading negotiations for all commercial agreements (MSAs, DPAs, SLAs, partnerships, vendors) and developing and implementing scalable contracting SOPs and templates to empower and accelerate the Commercial team. Furthermore, you will act as the primary legal advisor to our leadership team and all cross‑functional teams, providing pragmatic, risk‑balanced advice on legal and compliance matters. A critical part of this role is acting as the legal owner of our data privacy and compliance program , partnering closely with our Information Security and Compliance Officer to ensure Founda’s operations and products adhere to GDPR, HIPAA and other global regulations. Finally, you will manage all corporate governance for Founda’s legal entities, oversee our IP portfolio , proactively identify and mitigate legal risks across the company, and manage any disputes that arise.

Our Legal & Compliance Landscape

• Frameworks & Regulations: GDPR, HIPAA and other international data privacy laws.
• Contracting Domains: B2B SaaS Agreements (MSAs, DPAs, BAAs, SLAs), OEM & Partnership Agreements, Vendor & Subcontractor Contracts.
• Core Legal Areas: Corporate Governance, Intellectual Property, Risk Management, and Dispute Resolution.
• Tools: We are building our legal operations stack, and you will be key in helping select and implement (AI) tools (e.g., Contract Lifecycle Management).

Who You Are

• 3+ years of legal experience , ideally with in‑house experience at a B2B SaaS or HealthTech company.
• A full qualification as a lawyer in a relevant jurisdiction (e.g., Netherlands or other EU member state).
• Strong expertise in commercial contracting and complex B2B negotiations, with a proven ability to get deals done.
• Deep knowledge of data privacy regulations , particularly GDPR and HIPAA.
• A “builder” mindset: you have experience creating and implementing legal processes, templates, and SOPs from scratch.
• A pragmatic, business‑oriented approach, with the ability to clearly communicate complex legal risks and balance them with commercial objectives.
• A commitment to acting as a trusted, collaborative partner to the leadership team, Commercial team, and all other departments.
• You love to collaborate with your peers and thrive in an international environment. Furthermore, you are willing to learn new things and you have a curious nature.
• A genuine affinity for legal technology and a strong curiosity about how emerging tools, particularly AI, can transform legal operations to make them more efficient and effective.

Hybrid Working

Please note: This role is hybrid. We are looking for someone based in the Netherlands who can work from our Amsterdam office once or twice a week.

Why Join Founda Health?

• A competitive base salary
• Annual incentive plan
• Pension plan: Planning for the future starts today, and we’ve got you covered.
• Minimum of 25 holidays: Whether it’s a sunny getaway or a cozy staycation, your time to relax is a priority. You can take more days if you want.
• Learning & development: Grow your skills, chase your goals, and unlock your potential.
• Budget for home‑office set‑up: Create your ideal workspace with our support.
• Work from anywhere: Flexibility to work where you thrive, whether it’s your favorite café, a beach, or your home office.

About applying

Studies show that people often hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. At Founda Health, we know the perfect candidate doesn’t exist. If you see yourself in this role, even if you don’t check every single box, we’d still love to hear from you.

Agency note

We do not need any assistance in our hiring process. Acquisition is therefore not appreciated.