Legal Counsel jobs in Israel

Description Kela is a defense technology startup pioneering next-generation command & control and data infrastructure systems. We empower defense organizations with robust, scalable, and secure platforms that integrate diverse sensors and AI to deliver real-time battlefield intelligence. Backed by leading investors, Kela combines Israeli innovation with global mission impact. We are looking for an experienced, commercially minded Senior Legal Counsel to join our legal team. This is a unique opportunity for a hands-on lawyer to become a real business enabler at Kela. Reporting to our Head of Legal, you will own entire legal workstreams end-to-end, advise senior stakeholders, and build the agreements, frameworks and legal processes that support our growth, protect our technology, and enable us to operate with speed and discipline. Responsibilities: • Serve as a trusted legal advisor to business, procurement, operations and R&D teams.Lead the drafting and negotiation of the company's commercial agreements with vendors, suppliers, and strategic partners. • Handle the "groundwork" for international transactions, including end-user certificates, licensing approvals, and ensuring compliance with export control (ITAR, EAR, and Israeli MOD). • Proactively assist with various compliance matters across the organization. • Maintain and optimize our contract templates and playbooks as we grow from a breakout startup to a global leader. Requirements • LL.B. from a leading academic institution; licensed to practice law in Israel. • 7+ years of experience in the commercial or corporate department of a leading law firm, or as in-house counsel in a global technology company, including substantial experience running matters independently, end-to-end. • Excellent English drafting and communication skills. • Strong commercial judgment - the ability to balance legal risk with business needs and find the "path to yes". • Proactiveness, attention to detail, and the grit to manage multiple tasks independently under pressure in a fast-paced environment. • A "builder’s mentality"- comfortable with ambiguity, eager to learn new fields, and deeply interested in the intersection of national security and technology. Nice to Have: • Prior experience in the defense sector. • Experience with AI governance and the practical application of AI tools. • Knowledge of export control regulations and government contracting. • Experience working with international corporations.

Description Kela is a secure, open platform enabling rapid and seamless integration of commercial and military systems in service of Western defense. Designed and battle-tested by Israeli innovators, Kela ensures the West meets today's frontline challenges and evolves with tomorrow's innovations. We' ae looking for an experienced and highly motivated Senior Legal Counsel to build and own Kela's regulatory compliance function. This is a unique opportunity for a senior hands-on lawyer to become a true business enabler at the intersection of law and technology. Reporting to our Head of Legal, you will take ownership of complex, high-stakes regulatory matters with a direct impact on the company's ability to operate - enabling Kela to deploy its technology in global markets. As Kela grows from a breakout startup into a global leader, you will be the one making sure the business can move fast - and move right. Responsibilities • Build, own and maintain compliance procedures and programs across the business ensuring the company meets its regulatory obligations in every territory it operates in. • Assess the regulatory requirements involved in entering new markets or territories (e.g. marketing, sales, manufacturing, or employment) and provide input to the business before expansion. • Responsibility for the company's export control compliance, including licensing processes and approvals with Israel's Defense Export Control Agency (DECA) and compliance with U.S. and international export control regimes (ITAR, EAR). • Manage due diligence processes for vendors, business partners and counterparties. • Conduct risk assessments across the business. • Manage due diligence processes for vendors and business partners. • Design and deliver employee training on regulatory topics, embedding a culture of compliance across a fast-moving organization Requirements • LL.B. from a leading academic institution; licensed to practice law in Israel. • At least 7 years of relevant legal and regulatory experience - mandatory. • Significant experience working with Israel's Defense Export Control Agency (DECA) and with the Ministry of Defense more broadly. • Experience with production oversight/control processes in the U.S., and exposure to regulators in additional territories beyond Israel and the U.S. • Proven experience conducting due diligence on business partners and counterparties. • Excellent analytical and drafting skills in Hebrew and English, with strong business orientation and the ability to simplify complexity. • Strong commercial judgment -the ability to balance regulatory risk with business needs and find the "path to yes". • Proactiveness, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment with multiple stakeholders, tasks, and deadlines. • A "builder's mentality" - comfortable with ambiguity, eager to own a function end-to-end, and deeply interested in the intersection of national security and technology. • High English proficiency (reading, writing, and speaking) -mandatory. Nice to have: • Experience with AI governance and the regulatory landscape around emerging technologies • Additional languages

Description Sunflower is an exciting and dynamic B2C gaming startup in Tel Aviv. Our mission is to create innovative and captivating gaming experiences that engage and thrill players. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a rapidly growing gaming company and make a significant impact on the industry. Responsibilities • Interact and work with the group's departments (sales, purchasing, Human Resources, R&D, operations and finance) on diverse legal issues. • Manage all corporate governance work in multiple subsidiaries in various jurisdictions, including equity incentive plans. Handle ongoing worldwide legal matters and maintain and manage the group's entities worldwide. • Be in charge of the group’s corporate matters and compliance. • Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of agreements, including intercompany agreements, software licenses, professional services contracts, non-disclosure agreements, and employment agreements. • Manage privacy and compliance-related legal matters, ensuring that Travelier adheres to relevant global privacy laws and standards. Oversee ongoing requirements made by financial services providers. • Collaborate with, advise, and support cross-functional internal and external teams on a wide variety of legal matters relating to the company’s day-to-day operations, including compliance and corporate governance in multiple jurisdictions. • Continuously improve standard agreement templates, policies and procedures. • Work with legal colleagues on multidisciplinary legal matters. • Manage and lead projects involving legal and various business units. • Perform and provide other general corporate law advice as needed. Requirements • 3-5 years of legal experience working in a Hi-Tech, International or Commercial department of a major law firm in Israel, or as an in-house lawyer in a legal department of a global Hi-Tech company. • High level of professionalism, analytical, detail oriented, multi-tasking capabilities and 'can do' attitude - ability to manage, prioritize and support multiple matters simultaneously for different stakeholders. • Strong verbal communication skills, organizational skills, team player and good interpersonal skills. • Ability to comfortably work in a global organization with a multicultural environment. • English native speaker or mother tongue command of English - A MUST • Experience with data privacy laws - strong advantage.

At D-Fend Solutions, our people are our greatest strength — and technology is our passion. Our team of innovators and subject matter experts, including veterans of elite military intelligence technology units, is transforming the way organizations protect themselves from drone threats. As the global leader in cyber-takeover counter-drone technology, we design and deliver advanced, software-defined solutions that empower our customers to detect, take control, and safely land unauthorized drones — with precision and reliability. Every day, we push the boundaries of innovation to meet real-world security challenges across industries and environments. We’re proud of our cutting-edge technology, our global reach, and the impact we make in securing the skies. We’re seeking passionate professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, creative, and collaborative environment — those who want to be part of the next generation of airspace security innovation. Join D-Fend Solutions and help make the world a safer place. Become a D-Fender! Work with the world’s leading cyber-takeover counter-drone technology provider and shape the future of safe airspace. We are looking for an experienced, commercially minded, and proactive Legal & Compliance Counsel to join our team in Israel (on-site / office-based presence required). Reporting directly to our General Counsel, you will serve as a trusted business enabler, taking end-to-end ownership across commercial, regulatory, and corporate compliance matters. In this multifaceted role, you will navigate complex defense export control regimes (DECA, ITAR, EAR), lead international commercial transactions, and play a key role in aligning and embedding Motorola Solutions’ global corporate compliance programs and governance frameworks across the company. Key Responsibilities: • Draft, review, and negotiate complex international commercial contracts with enterprise customers, government entities, distributors, resellers, suppliers, and strategic partners. • Develop, optimize, and maintain contract templates, licensing agreements, and standard operating procedures to support rapid business expansion. • Lead the company’s export control compliance lifecycle, including managing licensing applications, marketing/export approvals, and regulatory engagements with Israel’s Defense Export Control Agency (DECA) and the Israeli Ministry of Defense (IMOD). • Oversee international trade workflows, including end-user certificates (EUC), product classifications, and compliance with U.S. and multinational export control frameworks (ITAR, EAR). • Conduct internal risk assessments, trade compliance audits, and thorough due diligence on vendors, partners, and third-party intermediaries. Requirements: • LL.B. from a leading academic institution; active admission to the Israel Bar Association. • Experience: 6+ years of post-qualification legal experience in a leading law firm and/or in-house legal department within a global technology or defense corporation. • Export Control & Defense Background: Proven, hands-on experience working directly with DECA and the Israeli Ministry of Defense; solid working knowledge of U.S. export controls (ITAR / EAR). • Full professional proficiency in both English and Hebrew (verbal, drafting, and negotiation) Nice to Have: • Experience with U.S. government/defense contracting or U.S. manufacturing/production oversight. • Familiarity with AI governance and technology ethics frameworks. • Direct prior experience operating within an acquired subsidiary of a global publicly traded corporation.

Description Empathy is transforming the way families navigate life’s most difficult times - from the loss of a loved one to other major life transitions. By combining technology with compassionate human care, we bring clarity, comfort, and peace of mind when it matters most. We partner with leading employers, insurers, and financial institutions to deliver meaningful, human-centric support at scale. Today, Empathy supports over 50 million people across the US, Canada, and the UK. Backed by top-tier investors including General Catalyst, Index Ventures, Adams Street, Aleph and Entreé Capital. We've raised over $160 million to date, including a $72 million Series C, to expand our impact and scale our mission worldwide. Our team is passionate, empathetic, and dedicated to providing world-class solutions to families in need. We work collaboratively to identify pain points and design elegant solutions that empower and support our users. About the Team Empathy’s Legal team is key in enabling efficient decision-making and fostering a secure and dynamic environment that drives Empathy's efforts forward. We’re looking for a Legal Counsel to join our Legal team and provide comprehensive legal support to our teams across the organization. This role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts with Empathy's customers and vendors globally, ensuring compliance with privacy laws, handling product review matters and providing strategic legal advice on varied and dynamic issues. The ideal candidate has a strong background in commercial law, excellent English communication skills, and a creative legal approach. In this role you will • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including customer agreements, vendor agreements, partnership/referral/consulting agreements, and NDAs. • Enhance Empathy’s privacy program to comply with various privacy laws and regulations (such as CCPA, Israeli privacy laws, HIPAA) and provide ongoing guidance on data protection and privacy issues. • Collaborate closely with teams across the organization (such as Product, R&D, Partner Success) to address legal needs and implement best practices. • Build out Empathy’s legal roadmap for entering new markets and execute roadmap implementation. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to assess risks and develop risk mitigation strategies. • Conduct legal research and stay updated on relevant laws and regulations affecting the company’s operations. Requirements • Bachelor's law degree and qualification to practice law in Israel or in the U.S. • 5+ years of commercial law experience in a commercial or hi-tech department at a law firm, or serving as in-house counsel at a tech company. • Experience and comfort with drafting and negotiating commercial contracts. • Mastery of English with excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Familiarity with privacy laws and regulations (such as CPRA, U.S. state laws, HIPAA) – an advantage. • Corporate legal experience – an advantage. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.