Principal International Law - maternity cover (m/f/d)
City: Munich
Department: Finance, Legal & Procurement
Recruiter: Marin Ivanov
At Flix, we offer a dynamic work environment with competitive pay, strong growth opportunities, and a tech-driven approach to making travel more accessible, sustainable, and affordable.
As a Principal International Law - maternity cover (m/f/d), you will be a part of the HQ Legal team and take ownership of complex global projects, driving governance, international legal coordination, and strategic decision-making while partnering with teams worldwide. You’ll lead multi‑layered negotiations, manage international entities, shape legal processes, and support the Flix Group’s rapid global growth.
About the Role
- Independently manage complex global legal matters and steer multi‑stream project processes, providing strategic legal advice to management and leading high‑stakes negotiations
- Drive corporate governance and international entity management, including capital increases, director changes, powers of attorney, and groupwide Rules of Procedure
- Coordinate international legal workstreams, leading reporting with local legal leads, managing global escalations, and shaping the annual international legal strategy
- Prepare and oversee Management Board approvals and support decision-making for local entity requests across the global organization
- Improve and maintain legal processes, policies, and governance frameworks, including the rollout of tools and new feature implementations in collaboration with the INTL Group
- Collaborate with internal teams and external counsel worldwide to ensure efficient execution of global projects and consistent legal support across regions
- Provide cross-functional legal guidance on localization and international aspects of global initiatives in partnership with HQ legal teams
About You
- 8+ years of proven experience as a qualified lawyer, gained in a law firm and/or in‑house role, ideally within an internationally scaled legal environment
- Proficiency in German and English
- Strong analytical, organizational, and commercial skillset, with the ability to navigate complex legal structures and issues
- Proven record in contract drafting, negotiation, and project management, delivering high‑quality outcomes in fast-paced settings
- Autonomy in managing workload and delivering against ambitious timelines across multiple regions
- Mindset aligned with a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and rapidly evolving environment
- Communication and collaboration ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders worldwide
We recognize that everyone carries a unique set of valuable skills and experiences. If you think you could have an impact even though you don't meet 100% of the requirements, we still encourage you to apply. We want to hear from you!
What We Offer
- Travel perks: 12 free Flix vouchers + 12 discount vouchers for friends & family.
- Work from (M)Anywhere: Depending on your role, work from another location for up to 60 days per year.
- Hybrid work model: We are an office-first company, but we offer flexibility to balance work and life.
- Wellbeing support: Access confidential 1:1 counselling, courses, and stress management for yourself and up to four family members.
- Learning & Development: Take advantage of language classes, training courses, and expert-led sessions to grow your skills.
- Mentoring Program: Connect with experienced colleagues to gain insights and accelerate your career.
To view more local benefits specific to each office location, please check out this link: Locations - Flix Career
Why Join Flix?
At Flix, you’ll find teams that rally together to overcome challenges and spark creativity. We believe in ownership culture - giving you the freedom to take initiative, make an impact, and shape your own career path.
As we continue to expand across the globe, you can make a real difference in how we work.
If you’re ready to grow and lead your journey, Flix is the place for you!
