Freelance Corporate Lawyer – Part-time (approx. 2.5 days/week) - Swapcard

About Swapcard

Swapcard is a leading AI-powered event platform designed to drive revenue growth and foster meaningful connections at in-person and hybrid events. Headquartered in Paris with team members across the globe, Swapcard operates on a remote-first model serving B2B event-tech clients worldwide.

We are looking for a freelance lawyer to support our in-house legal team on a part-time basis (approximately 2.5 days per week). In this role, you will report directly to Sarah Fellous, our Chief Legal Officer.

Scope of Work

• Company Law: Manage corporate housekeeping, governance, and shareholder matters.
• Employment Law: Provide day-to-day counsel on employment contracts, HR inquiries, and standard procedures.
• General Business Law: Assist with other commercial and business legal topics as needed.

Profile & Qualifications

• Admitted to the French Bar (US Bar admission is a plus).
• At least 5 years of experience in business law, either in-house or advising SaaS and technology clients.
• Full professional proficiency in English; French fluency is a strong plus.
• Proven ability to operate autonomously in a fast-paced, international business environment.

Engagement Terms

• Contract Type: Freelance engagement, part-time (approx. 2.5 days/week).
• Location: Remote (CET timezone preferred; other timezones open for discussion).
• Timeline: Start as soon as possible, with an initial engagement through the end of 2026 and potential for renewal.
• Compensation: Rate depends on profile and experience.

Interview Process

1. Screening interview with a People Team recruiter
2. Remote skills assessment exercise
3. Manager review with your prospective reporting manager
4. Leadership interview with a department leader
5. Reference check
6. Offer