Privacy Legal Counsel Intern

About Ledger

We’re a team of experts pushing the limits of what’s possible, united by our common goal to unlock true freedom through digital ownership, making technology accessible for all. We believe in a world where users, creators and enterprises manage their value with ownership and freedom. Our curiosity drives us to innovate, empowering individuals on a global scale. We believe change is constant and our team moves forward as one, with a culture of problem-solving where every employee is empowered and supported to challenge tradition and create solutions. Our mission is simple: to make self-custody accessible and give people the keys to their own financial futures. If you want to make a true impact, we want you to join us at Ledger.

At Ledger, we’re proud to be the global platform for digital assets and Web3, with over 20% of the world’s crypto assets secured through our Ledger devices. With our headquarters in Paris, and offices in Vierzon, Grenoble, Montpellier, London, Portland, Geneva, Zurich and Central Singapore, we have a team of around 600 professionals developing a variety of products and services to enable individuals and companies to securely buy, store, swap, grow and manage crypto assets – including the Ledger hardware wallets line with more than 7.5 millions units already sold in 200 countries.

Ledger attaches paramount importance to the protection and security of personal data. As an intern within the DPO (Data Protection Officer) team, you will be responsible for assisting the team in the company’s compliance activities.

What you’ll be doing:

• Compliance Monitoring: Participate in the monitoring of the compliance program for each group team and in compliance actions (analysis of business constraints and risks, identification of measures to be taken, project monitoring, drafting of procedures, etc.).

• Data Subject Requests: Handle requests from customers and employees regarding their personal data (access, deletion, rectification, etc.) and contribute to the improvement and automation of the management procedure for these requests.

• Data Mapping: Contribute to the mapping of processing operations and data flows between internal systems and the group’s technical service providers, and update the record of processing activities (ROPA).

• Contract Negotiation: Participate in negotiating personal data clauses in contracts concluded by Ledger with its service providers, and in the periodic compliance review of these providers.

• Litigation Support: Contribute to the monitoring of any ongoing litigation, the definition of strategy, and the management of relations with external counsel.

• Legal Watch: Conduct legal monitoring on current topics and draft internal communications (e.g., newsletters) for business teams.

• General Support: Respond more generally to all questions from teams regarding personal data.

Depending on needs, you will also support all members of the legal department on a wide variety of subjects (trademark law, contract law, corporate law, etc.).

What we’re looking for:

Available from September 2026

• Education: You have a specialization in personal data law or new technologies law (Master 2 ).

• Experience: You have prior experience in a legal department, a law firm handling data protection issues, or a data protection authority.

• Soft Skills: You are extremely rigorous, have a strong sense of organization, and are capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.

• Collaboration: You enjoy working in a team, possess excellent interpersonal skills, and are not afraid to interact directly with operational staff.

• Languages: You are fluent in English, enabling you to communicate daily with international teams and work on contracts in English.

• Tools: You are proficient in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides).

• Bonus: Knowledge of blockchain and crypto is appreciated but not essential.

At Ledger, we are dedicated to continually investing in our employees which is why we offer more than just salaries; we provide comprehensive compensation packages that include a wide range of benefits. Your Talent Acquisition contact will be able to provide you with more information.

We’re committed to building an inclusive hiring process. If you need any adjustments or accommodations, just let us know, we’ll do our best to support you.