Role Overview:

• Job Title: Legal Counsel
• Team: Legal - Legal Services
• Location: Espoo, Finland
• Reports to: General Counsel
• Employment Type: Permanent
• Working arrangements: Hybrid (3 days a week in office)
• Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)

The Mission of the Legal Counsel

The Legal Counsel will play a key role in managing and supporting the company’s general corporate and compliance activities across our global operations.

Who We Are

ICEYE delivers space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities to governments and allied nations. This includes sovereign and turnkey ISR missions leveraging ICEYE’s world-leading synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology, as well as access to data from the world’s largest SAR satellite constellation. These capabilities enable partners to detect and respond to critical changes anywhere on Earth with unprecedented speed and accuracy – day or night and in any weather, supported by ultra high-resolution imagery and high-frequency revisits.

As a trusted partner for defense, intelligence, security, and maritime domain awareness, ICEYE’s near real-time data creates a tactical advantage for mission-critical operations. Designed for dual use, the platform also serves civil protection and commercial users for natural-catastrophe intelligence, insurance, maritime monitoring (including oil-spill detection), and finance, contributing to global security and community resilience.

ICEYE operates internationally with offices in Finland, Poland, Spain, Japan, the UAE, Greece, and the US. The company has more than 900 employees, inspired by the shared vision of improving life on Earth by becoming the global source of truth in Earth Observation.

What Is the Role?

We are seeking a skilled and pragmatic Legal Counsel to join our growing Legal team.

The Legal Counsel will play a key role in managing and supporting the company’s head-office corporate and compliance activities across our global operations. This position requires a hands-on legal professional with a solid understanding of corporate governance, employment law, compliance frameworks, and risk management within an international business environment.

The ideal candidate is business-oriented, solutions-driven, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Expected Outcomes & Requirements

Outcomes:

Corporate Governance:

• Support the company’s corporate governance framework, including maintenance of subsidiaries, board and shareholder documentation, and regulatory filings.
• Advise management and the board on governance requirements under Finnish and applicable international laws.
• Coordinate with external counsel for corporate registrations, filings, and notarial matters globally.
• Support and administer group subsidiary management

Employment Law & HR Support

• Provide legal support on employment-related matters, including drafting and reviewing employment agreements, managing terminations, and advising on HR policies and procedures.
• Support compliance with Finnish employment law and coordinate cross-border employment issues in collaboration with HR.
• Advise on employee relations and disciplinary matters, balancing legal compliance with organizational culture.

Compliance & Ethics Program

• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining the company’s compliance and ethics program.
• Support the creation and delivery of compliance training and awareness initiatives for employees.
• Monitor changes in laws and regulations relevant to the company’s operations and recommend compliance measures.
• Manage investigations into potential compliance issues in cooperation with relevant stakeholders.

Contract Management

• Oversee and maintain contract templates for various business needs, ensuring consistency, compliance, and commercial practicality.
• Provide legal advice on contract negotiation and drafting, including NDAs, service agreements, vendor contracts, and other commercial arrangements.
• Develop internal guidelines and best practices for contract review and approval processes.

Equity & Incentive Programs

• Support the administration and documentation of the company’s equity incentive and employee share programs.
• Liaise with Finance, HR, and external advisors to ensure compliance with applicable tax and securities regulations.

Risk Management

• Identify, assess, and help mitigate legal and business risks across corporate functions.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop policies and frameworks for risk mitigation.
• Support insurance and liability management programs.

General Corporate Legal Support

• Provide legal input for strategic corporate initiatives, restructurings, and financing transactions.
• Support due diligence, M&A, and other strategic projects as needed.
• Assist in developing internal legal policies, processes, and knowledge management tools.

1. Master’s degree in Law (LL.M. or equivalent) and qualification to practice law in Finland.
2. ~ 5-7 years of experience in corporate or commercial law, ideally in a multinational company or leading law firm.
3. Strong understanding of Finnish corporate and employment law; experience with international legal issues is a plus.
4. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders effectively.
5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (Finnish language proficiency is an advantage).
6. High integrity, discretion, and sound judgment in handling confidential matters.

Key Competences

In addition to the requirements above, we evaluate candidates on these key qualities throughout the hiring process:

• Intellectual Firepower: Rapidly comprehends, structures and synthesizes complex information, draws accurate conclusions, and communicates them with clarity.
• Passion & Work Ethic: Brings sustained motivation, resilience, and high personal standards to every challenge.
• Ownership & Action: Assumes full accountability for outcomes, acting decisively, and ensuring commitments are delivered.
• Team Player: Works collaboratively across teams, contributing to shared success, and engaging in constructive debate.
• Integrity & Growth Mindset: Operates with transparency and humility, learns from setbacks, and actively seeks opportunities to grow.
  

Application Process

• Screening with the Talent Attraction Team
• Interview with Associate General Counsel, Corporate
• Interview with Chief of Staff
• Interview with General Counsel & Corporate Secretary

What We Offer at ICEYE

At ICEYE, you will join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. We know that we will succeed only through exceptional people in our team — which is why your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority.

As a global scale-up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. You will benefit from continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture that values collaboration, curiosity, and integrity. ICEYE is a place where your contributions have a visible impact, and where we celebrate success together.

Benefits

• A job that matters in a dynamic Defence Technology and Earth Observation environment with a scale-up approach
• An independent role with a supportive and diverse work environment
• Occupational healthcare, occupational, and accident insurance
• A yearly benefit budget to spend as you wish (i.e. on sport, transport, bike benefit, wellness, lunch, etc.)
• Phone subscription with iPhone of choice
• Relocation support (i.e. flight tickets, accommodation, relocation agency support)
• Time for self-development, research, training, conferences, or certification schemes
• Inspiring and collaborating offices and silent workspaces enable you to focus
• Base salary range for this position is contingent on your experience level, and will be negotiated individually.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At ICEYE, we believe that diversity isn't just a buzzword – it's our greatest asset.

We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every voice is not only heard but celebrated. We know that diverse perspectives breed innovation and creativity, which is why we actively seek out individuals from all walks of life, backgrounds, and experiences.

Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table. Join us and be part of a team where differences are not only embraced but cherished, because together, we're stronger.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those who may need workplace adjustments. If you require any specific accommodations or assistance during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know.

Apply now to start your ICEYE journey, and help us continue to make the impossible possible together. Read more about ICEYE and working with us at iceye.com.