Senior Legal Counsel

Join Truecaller – The place where innovation meets impact!

Truecaller's mission is to build trust in communication by making it safer, smarter, and more efficient. Born in Sweden, trusted by the world, and here’s why we stand out:

• We are trusted by over 450 million active users every month across 190+ countries
• We identify over 15 billion calls daily, helping users avoid spam and scams
• We are powered by a team of 450+ employees from 45+ nationalities

We always look for people who take initiative, own their work, and keep raising the bar. An entrepreneurial mindset matters here, especially when it turns bold ideas into real actions. We stay collaborative and focused, always searching for smarter paths forward. If you want to make an impact and grow with a team that inspires millions, you’ll fit right in.

This position is based in Stockholm, Sweden, and is a one-year contract with the possibility of extension or permanent employment.

The role:

We at the Legal team manage all groups' legal issues across 100+ jurisdictions, mostly in emerging markets, with a focus on data privacy, tech, and contractual matters. We actively work with stakeholders in the group to structure processes and policies to ensure compliance with applicable data privacy and other relevant legislation. 

As a Senior Legal Counsel, you will be part of our global legal team, where you’ll work closely with our product teams to ensure and develop data security, data privacy, and data protection in all aspects of our products. You will also assist with general legal matters, including contracts and intellectual property, within the company.

What you’ll do:

• Act as a legal advisor to business, product, and engineering teams, balancing legal risk with business objectives
• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including customer, vendor, licensing, partnership, and data protection contracts
• Advise on product and technology matters, including data use, AI/ML, user-generated content, platform terms, and privacy-by-design requirements
• Lead data privacy and regulatory compliance efforts by developing and implementing policies, processes, and training aligned with applicable laws
• Manage product-related intellectual property matters, including protection strategies and risk mitigation
• Handle disputes, legal escalations, and government inquiries, coordinating with external counsel as needed
• Support corporate and strategic initiatives such as partnerships and market expansion, while improving legal operations and internal processes

What you bring in:  

• Strong academic credentials and a law degree 
• Specialized and hold a minimum of 5+ years of legal experience, ideally working with data privacy and/or commercial / technology contracts
• Strong knowledge and skills in data protection and privacy laws, both in Europe and internationally, and also in commercial law, with an emphasis on IT-related matters
• Extensive background in data privacy regulations and legislation
• Experience working with data privacy in a law firm or a tech company
• Experience working in various jurisdictions 
• A solution-oriented and proactive approach, excellent communication, and organizational skills
• Great communication skills in English

It would be great if you also have:

• Experience from emerging markets and the policy framework
• An interest in tech or experience from working in a tech company
• Swedish or Indian law degree

What we offer: 

We support growth through learning resources, leadership programs, mentoring, and real hands-on work. People can move between teams and projects to build new skills and keep things interesting. We offer clear internal mobility and a transparent path for progression, with leaders who stay involved and provide guidance throughout the year. In addition, you will benefit from:

• A comprehensive compensation package: We offer a competitive salary, 30 days of paid vacation, private health insurance, parental leave top-up, pension, and wellness contributions.
• Modern tools to do your best work: Choose your preferred computer and phone within our budget, so you can work comfortably and efficiently.
• A people-focused office culture: We value in-person collaboration and follow an office-first model, with some flexibility. Our offices offer a vibrant environment with opportunities to learn, connect, and recharge, from breakfast, lunch, and well-stocked snack stations and quiet spaces to team activities such as movie nights, tech meetups, and cultural events. There's something for everyone.
• Truecaller’s “Lab Days” offer a space for imagination: 5 times per year for 3 days, where everyone steps away from their normal tasks to explore new, bold ideas and build things they’ve always wanted to. It’s a space where curiosity leads the way, and prototypes take shape. Some concepts even make it into production, and a few have grown into real features used by millions today. Lab Days allow you to be creative, learn fast, and help shape Truecaller's future.

Come as you are:Truecaller is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We believe that a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences strengthens our products and our culture. No matter where you're from, what language you speak, or how you identify,  we value what makes you unique and would love to get to know you. 

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Sounds like a great opportunity?

We will fill the position as soon as we find the right candidate, so please send your application as soon as possible. As part of the recruitment process, we will conduct a background check.

We only accept applications in English.