Legal Counsel - Ethics and Compliance
Here We Grow:
Stokke's long history of design and innovation began over eight decades ago on the west coast of Norway in 1932. Our values remain deeply rooted in our Scandinavian heritage and our commitment to craftsmanship and quality. Stokke is recognized worldwide for best-in-class solutions for children. For over forty years, we've combined our passion for Scandinavian design with the ability to challenge the ordinary and make beautiful products that nurture family bonding. Designed not only for you and your child, but for your children’s children, and generations to come.
Stokke has experienced considerable international growth through our strategic approach of acquiring products and brands. These acquisitions include the Nomi chair, LIMAS, a baby carrier company, Mukako, a multi-activity play table brand, and BABYZEN, the makers of the highly popular YOYO all-in-one lightweight stroller. Acquisitions is key for our growth and has allowed us to have office presence in Norway, Germany, The Netherlands, France, the US, and Asia, meaning we truly offer an international work environment and can stand by our brand promise Confident Kids for a better World.
Pursue Excellence, The Team:
At Stokke, we are committed to creating a culture of excellence that supports innovation and sustainability. The Legal and Compliance team plays a critical role in ensuring that our global operations adhere to the highest legal and ethical standards. The team collaborates cross-functionally, providing expert advice and actionable solutions to empower the organization in achieving its goals.
Take Responsibility, The Position:
As Legal Counsel, you will provide comprehensive legal services to support Stokke’s business operations, with a strong focus on compliance and ethics. This position involves working across multiple teams to review contracts, provide legal advice, and drive compliance initiatives, including sustainability efforts.
You will:
- Serve as the primary contact for compliance matters within the Stokke group.
- Develop, implement, and deliver compliance programs and training across the global organization.
- Strengthen business compliance processes, including conducting due diligence checks and assessments of all business partners, and improving internal control procedures.
- Conduct compliance audits and investigations when required.
- Support customer service and other departments with legal topics as they arise.
- Provide general legal support to the organization on day-to-day matters.
- Take on specific tasks or lead projects aligned with the department’s and Global Leadership Team's priorities.
- Report in accordance with the agreed-upon structure.
This role does not include staff management responsibilities.
Better Together, The Ideal Profile:
We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Legal Counsel who embodies our commitment to collaboration and innovation. The ideal candidate will have:
- A law degree.
- 3–4 years of relevant experience as a legal counsel or at a law firm, with a focus on compliance and ethics.
- Fluent English skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- A structured and action-oriented approach to work.
- The ability to work autonomously while thriving in a team environment.
- Cross-functional collaboration capabilities to engage with diverse teams effectively.
If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact in a global organization, we invite you to join us in shaping the future with integrity and excellence.
Keep Growing, What We Offer:
Perhaps the biggest benefit of working at Stokke is the opportunity to work with a premium brand with products that are recognized around the world and have a common purpose: to encourage child development and to nurture family bonding.
You will also get to appreciate an international career with a host of learning opportunities in a growing brand that creates smart and sustainable premium products that stimulate children’s development.
Furthermore, you will work in a company where our core values, Keep Growing, Take Responsibility, Pursue Excellence and Better Together, define who we are and what we stand for. Offering unique Learning and Development opportunities from our Stokke Academy such as Global Training, Digital Education, Mentee\Mentorships and Leadership Development. At Stokke, we are truly better together, we take pride in our international and diverse global offices.
This role is based in Ålesund where we offer a beautiful contemporary office, daily lunch and fantastic social events such as summer parties, yoga classes and evening skiing.
Please note this role could be based in Amsterdam too.