Director, Policy Development (Legal)

TL;DR

Director, Policy Development (Legal): Shaping the legal and regulatory framework for delivery platforms across Europe and the Middle East with an accent on legislative analysis and strategic policy positioning. Focus on navigating high-stakes regulatory challenges regarding the future of work for couriers and driving alignment between business and legal functions.

Location: Hybrid work model; focusing on operations across Europe and the Middle East.

Company

hirify.global (and DoorDash/Deliveroo) is a technology platform providing delivery of food, groceries, and various retail products across 30 countries.

What you will do

• Lead regulatory analysis on high-impact legislative proposals across Europe and the Middle East to determine business and operational outcomes.
• Drive the full cycle of policy development, from horizon-scanning and position development to advocacy and external engagement.
• Address complex regulatory challenges, specifically regarding the future of work for courier partners.
• Facilitate alignment between Legal, Strategy & Operations, Product, Finance, and Communications functions.
• Represent the company with regulators, industry groups, and think tanks to shape the broader policy environment.
• Advise on regulatory risk by balancing legal, operational, and financial trade-offs to ensure commercial scalability.

Requirements

• 10+ years of professional experience in law, government, or policy development in an international setting.
• Master of Laws degree from a reputable EU university or equivalent strong legal experience.
• Professional exposure to digital platforms, mobile apps, or software solutions.
• Fluency in English and strong cross-cultural communication skills.
• Ability to travel occasionally to other European cities and the U.S.

Nice to have

• Experience in employment and labour law in international settings.
• Previous in-house experience at a technology company or a U.S.-based company.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work model blending office presence with flexibility.
• Opportunity to be part of building something exceptional in a globally scaling tech company.
• Environment focused on high growth, ownership, and continuous learning.