Sr. Legal Business Partner, Commercial (Maternity Cover)

Do you thrive at the intersection of law, commercial strategy, and international business?

Join Bang & Olufsen as Senior Legal Business Partner and help turn complex legal matters into pragmatic solutions that enable growth across our global business!

As Senior Legal Business Partner, you will join our Legal team in Kongens Lyngby, Denmark, on a fixed-term maternity cover contract for 9 to 12 months. Reporting to the Director, Legal & Privacy, you will provide senior legal counsel to stakeholders across our global organisation, with a particular focus on supporting commercial and sales activities.

You will combine sound legal judgement with a strong commercial mindset, helping the business navigate complex matters and make informed decisions. You will also support the continued development of the legal function and help refine efficient ways of working.

Key responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day legal advice to our global sales organisation, including matters relating to selective distribution, channel development and service set-ups
• Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of complex commercial agreements, including lease arrangements.
• Translate legal requirements and risks into clear, practical and commercially viable
• Partner closely with colleagues in Sales, Finance, Operations and Legal to support strategic and operational priorities
• Drive legal operations initiatives, including contract lifecycle management
• Contribute to the continuous development of the commercial legal function, including the refinement of processes and ways of working

What you bring

You are a senior legal professional who combines robust legal expertise with business understanding and the confidence to advise on complex matters. You can engage effectively across organisational levels, balance competing priorities and take ownership of decisions in an international environment.

Moreover, you bring:

• Qualification as a lawyer, together with strong knowledge of European and international commercial law; knowledge of Danish law is preferred
• Significant legal experience, ideally 10 years or more, gained from a law firm, an in-house position or a combination of both
• Experience advising an international organisation, preferably within retail, consumer products or the luxury sector
• A strong track record in commercial contract drafting, review and negotiation
• The ability to provide clear, pragmatic guidance and independently manage complex legal matters
• Full professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken
• A collaborative, flexible and growth-oriented approach, combined with sound judgement, initiative and a constructive sense of humour

What we offer

You will become part of an international Legal function, consisting of 6 skilled lawyers and work closely with colleagues across Sales, Finance and Operations, as well as with external legal counsel worldwide. The role offers broad commercial exposure, direct interaction with senior stakeholders and the opportunity to make a visible contribution to both day-to-day operations and strategic business priorities.

With around 1,200 employees from over 55 countries, Bang & Olufsen is an agile, inclusive company where flexibility, open communication and mutual respect are part of our culture. For more than 100 years, we have created luxury audio products that combine beautiful sound, timeless design and unrivalled craftsmanship. Our headquarters in Struer, Denmark, alongside our international offices, showcases our commitment to innovation in delivering unforgettable audio experiences.

Contract: Fixed-term maternity cover for 9 to 12 months

Compensation: Comprehensive salary and benefits package

Location: Kongens Lyngby, Denmark

Start date: 1st November

Travel: Approximately 10 days per year

How to apply

Submit your CV and application in English by pressing the Apply button. Applications are assessed continuously, so please apply as soon as possible and no later than 7th September 2026. We encourage you to apply early, as the advert may close before the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications.

At Bang & Olufsen, we hire based on merit and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Please focus your application on your skills, experience and qualifications, and refrain from including personal information such as photographs. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you see potential in yourself, even without meeting every requirement, we encourage you to apply.

If you would like to know more about the position, you are welcome to contact our Senior TA Consultant, Antoniya Petkov, atantp@bang-olufsen.dk. Please do not send your CV or application directly to this email address, as applications submitted by email will not be considered.