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About BYD Our Purpose is to build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and want to create positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team. BYD is a leading, high-tech multinational, based in Shenzhen, China. Operates in four core fields of IT, automotive, new energy, and rail transit and employs over 300,000 people worldwide. As a global pioneer in New Energy Solutions BYD is dedicated to building a zero-emission ecosystem. Key Responsibilities: • Advise the business on a broad range of compliance and legal matters across European operations. • Support and help implement compliance frameworks, policies, and internal processes. • Provide day-to-day legal advice on data privacy issues, including contractual, operational, and governance questions. • Review and negotiate legal documents, including privacy-related clauses, vendor agreements, and other commercial contracts. • Partner closely with business, procurement, HR, IT, security, product, and other internal teams on legal and compliance topics. • Assist with legal assessments relating to digital, technology, and AI-related matters. • Monitor legal and regulatory developments in Europe and translate them into clear, practical guidance for the business. • Support internal training, awareness-building, and compliance initiatives. • Coordinate with external counsel and local stakeholders where needed. • Contribute to building a pragmatic, business-friendly, and high-performing legal function. Skills, Qualifications, and Experience Required: • Coordinate with external counsel and local stakeholders where needed. • Qualified lawyer with approximately 5 years of relevant professional experience. • Strong experience in compliance matters, including meaningful exposure to data privacy. Exposure to AI, digital regulation, technology law, platform issues, or related digital topics is a plus. • Experience gained in-house or in private practice with strong commercial exposure; law firm experience and strong commercial mindset is important! • Understanding of how legal teams support business objectives while protecting the company appropriately. • Business-oriented, solution-driven, and comfortable operating close to the business. • Able to work independently, prioritize effectively, and manage multiple matters in a fast-moving environment. • Practical, confident communicator with sound judgment and strong stakeholder management skills. • Fluent in English, both written and spoken. Knowledge of another European language other than Hungarian is a strong advantage. We Offer: • Competitive remuneration based on performance and experience. • Opportunities for department and company-wide team building events. • A chance to contribute to the transition towards zero-emission transportation and the decarbonization of the economy. Location: Budapest, Hungary Type of Employment: Full-time