Petar Petkov

Sole Legal Counsel | Legal Strategy Driving Sustainable Growth

Sofia, Sofia City, Bulgaria

About

Legal Counsel | Sole Legal Advisor | Business partner Sole Legal Advisor with 8+ years’ experience, partnering with leadership to drive growth while ensuring legal integrity. In-house counsel with background in litigation, corporate law, and contract management. Currently the sole legal advisor at Next Level Bulgaria, providing full legal support across contracts, labor, compliance, marketing, disputes, and regulatory matters. Trusted advisor to the CEO and leadership team, aligning business objectives with compliance and risk management.

Experience

  • Legal Advisor at Next Level Fitness Clubs
    Aug 2025 - Present · 11 mos

    Providing full - spectrum legal support across contracts, labor, compliance, marketing, disputes and regulatory matters. Direct advisor to the CEO, managing in - house strategy and coordination with external counsel.

  • Senior Legal Advisor at A1 Bulgaria
    Jul 2018 - Jul 2025 · 7 yrs 1 mo

    • Spearheaded the defense against legal claims from clients, showcasing adept legal representation skills. • Offered strategic legal counsel for Complaint Management, HR, and the Accounting and Finance Reporting Division, aligning legal guidance with operational objectives. • Implemented dynamic legal approaches, leveraging agile methodologies to enhance operational efficiency and foster innovation within the legal framework. • Proactively tracked changes in laws and interpreted Acts, providing timely legal support to ensure the company's compliance with evolving regulations. • Directed debt collection activities, contributing significantly to the enhancement of the national average debt collection rate. • Supported activities related to financial reporting, preparing reports and statements reflecting the company's current legal standing.

  • Legal Advisor at Kredyt Inkaso
    Jun 2017 - Jul 2018 · 1 yr 2 mos

    • General legal services. Legal representation. • Debt collection activities. • Drafting agreements with debtors. • Prepare legal documentation for civil and enforcement cases.