Legal Counsel (Corporate & Governance)

About the role

The Legal Counsel supports GS1 AISBL and the GS1 Global Office by delivering high‑quality legal advice across corporate governance, membership, contracts, public policy and emerging technology areas such as AI governance. The role ensures the smooth operation of GS1’s global governance framework and assists Member Organisations worldwide on legal matters.

Key responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on corporate matters, including Belgian corporate law.
• Support interpretation and implementation of Internal Regulations.
• Lead legal aspects of new Member Organisation admissions.
• Respond to legal and governance queries from Member Organisations.
• Assist GS1 Global Office teams on regulatory issues.
• Oversee contracts workstream, standardisation and automation.
• Manage technology‑related topics, AI governance and AI‑related applications.
• Advise on unauthorised use of the GS1 system, system integrity and IP matters.
• Develop FAQs, guidance and training materials for the community.
• Provide induction and training to GS1 staff and Membership Organisations.
• Coordinate legal developments and updates.

Required profile

• Strong legal professional with sound judgment and a proactive mindset.
• Comfortable working in a federated, governance‑heavy global organisation.
• Clear communicator who translates complex legal concepts for non‑lawyers.
• Effective collaborator across departments, functions and cultures.
• Trusted advisor able to manage competing priorities while maintaining quality.
• Technologically curious and digitally savvy with interest in responsible tech use.
• Professional, collegial and approachable, fostering a collaborative culture.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on international legal and governance challenges.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge topics such as AI governance and system integrity.
• Collaborative environment with senior executives and global stakeholders.