Christine Tønsberg Nilsen
About Christine Tønsberg Nilsen
Christine Tønsberg Nilsen serves as the General Counsel at Cognite, bringing extensive experience in technology law and human resources. She has a diverse educational background, holding degrees in law, psychology, and entrepreneurship from various international institutions.
Work at Cognite
Christine Tønsberg Nilsen currently serves as General Counsel at Cognite, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing legal matters and ensuring compliance within the organization. Prior to this, she worked as Head of Legal at Cognite from 2020 to 2022, where she focused on legal strategy and operations. Her experience at Cognite includes digitizing and streamlining the legal department, which reflects her commitment to enhancing efficiency through legal-tech tools.
Education and Expertise
Christine Tønsberg Nilsen has a diverse educational background with degrees in law, psychology, entrepreneurship, and philosophy. She earned her law degree from the University of Oslo, where she studied from 2007 to 2012. Additionally, she holds a bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of California, Berkeley, completed in 2010. Her studies in entrepreneurship were undertaken at the National University of Singapore, where she achieved a master's degree in 2011. This multidisciplinary education supports her expertise in technology law and SaaS.
Background
Christine Tønsberg Nilsen has a varied professional background, having worked in both legal and human resources roles. She was employed at NEXT Biometrics in several capacities, including Corporate Legal Counsel and Chief Legal Officer, from 2017 to 2020. Additionally, she worked as an Associate at Advokatfirmaet Steenstrup Stordrange DA (SANDS) from 2016 to 2018, where she gained experience in the technology department. Her career trajectory showcases her versatility and expertise in legal matters related to technology companies.
Achievements
Christine Tønsberg Nilsen has made significant contributions to the organizations she has worked for, particularly in the legal domain. At NEXT Biometrics, she played a crucial role in various legal and HR functions, demonstrating her ability to navigate complex legal landscapes. Her transition from Head of Legal to General Counsel at Cognite illustrates her advancement in leadership responsibilities. She has also implemented legal-tech tools to enhance operational efficiency within the legal department, reflecting her forward-thinking approach to legal management.