Legal Director

Job Description

Legal Director

Icomera is a leading global innovator in connectivity solutions within the transportation sector. We are at the forefront of transforming public transport, making it smarter, safer, greener, and more connected than ever before. At Icomera you work with products used by many users around the world, including passengers on some of the world's largest train and bus operators.

We are seeking an experienced Legal Director to join our team and oversee the legal functions based in Gothenburg, covering Europe, the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.

Job-type: Full-time

Workplace: Hybrid

Location: Paris or Gothenburg

About the role:

As the Legal Director, you will be responsible for leading Icomera's legal and regulatory affairs across multiple jurisdictions. This includes corporate governance, contract negotiation with clients and suppliers, and ensuring legal compliance in all project activities. In your role, you will be working closely with project teams to provide legal support and monitor and assess legal risks. When relevant, you will coordinate all legal aspects with our parent company Equans, HQ and local legal advisors. For this role it is important to stay abreast of relevant laws and regulations in Sweden, Europe and North America. You will be developing and implementing policies to ensure legal compliance. Furthermore, the Legal Director at Icomera acts as the Data Protection Officer of the company, to ensure regulatory adherence.

You will be reporting directly to the CEO. The position can be based in Paris or Gothenburg depending on preference. We apply a hybrid work model, with up to two days per week from other locations than your office.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage and ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements.
• Provide legal advice on corporate matters to senior management.
• Prepare Legal memos according to Group compliance for Risk Committees
• Lead negotiations for client and supplier contracts.
• Draft, negotiate, and review a wide range of commercial contracts with clients, suppliers, and partners
• Monitor and ensure compliance with data protection laws and regulations, such as GDPR.
• Conduct regular audits to assess data processing activities and ensure adherence to established policies, hence accountable for the company DPO function.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide legal guidance.
• Conduct training sessions to enhance legal awareness within the organization.
• Manage litigation and legal dispute resolution.
• Define and manage outsourced legal firms for local needs and expertise

Requirements:

• Master of Laws Degree.
• Minimum 10-15 years of experience as a legal professional.
• Extensive experience in corporate law, commercial contracting, and regulatory compliance
• Strong knowledge of legal frameworks in Europe.
• Extensive experience in corporate law, commercial contracting, and regulatory compliance
• Proven ability to lead cross-border legal matters and collaborate with global teams
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken; proficiency in other languages is an advantage
• Industry experience in transportation or infrastructure is desirable

Who you are:

You are a trusted legal advisor who thrives in a collaborative and international environment. You're comfortable taking ownership in complex situations, and you bring structure, clarity, and calm to every interaction. You enjoy engaging with people across disciplines and geographies, translating legal complexity into clear and actionable guidance. You are pragmatic, confident, and motivated by helping the business navigate risk while supporting growth.

Our offer:

This position can be based in Paris or Gothenburg. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, with specific benefits varying by location in line with local regulations and practices (e.g., vacation days, public holidays, and other entitlements)

Ready to be part of something exciting and make a real difference in the connected future of transport? We'd love to hear from you!

More about the position:

We will be reviewing applicants ongoing. Icomera welcomes candidates from all backgrounds, and we value a diverse and inclusive work environment. Background checks will be performed at the final stage of the recruitment process.

About Icomera:

Icomera is the world's leading provider of integrated connectivity solutions for trains, trams, buses, and coaches, serving millions of passengers and tens of thousands of vehicles on a daily basis. The IcoCrew now consist of 300+ employees globally. Icomera is headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, with main offices in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Ireland, and Italy.

Icomera's vision for green mobility within the public transport industry perfectly complements the wider mission of our parent company, Equans. As the global leader in multi-technical services with 74,000 employees working across 17 country hubs, Equans delivers customised solutions which connect, protect and energise territories, cities, buildings, industries and transport infrastructures, empowering their energy, industrial and digital transitions. Visit for further information.