Senior Legal Counsel (EU Employment Law)

TL;DR

Senior Legal Counsel (EU Employment Law): Providing proactive legal guidance on platform work and worker classification risks across the EU with an accent on litigation management and regulatory compliance. Focus on developing defense strategies for high-profile litigation and supporting the development of next-generation delivery solutions.

Location: Hybrid in Berlin, Germany. Must be based in or be able to relocate to one of the EU markets

Company

World’s pioneering local delivery platform operating in around 65 countries worldwide.

What you will do

• Lead the global management of platform worker and rider classification risks.
• Monitor and manage high-profile litigation and regulatory investigations and develop defense strategies.
• Partner with Product, Tech, and Operations teams to support the development of next-generation delivery solutions.
• Track and analyze legislative and regulatory developments impacting platform work.
• Provide subject-matter expertise and guidance to senior management across the Group.

Requirements

• Fully qualified employment lawyer in an EU jurisdiction.
• At least 6 years of experience in a law firm environment with a strong background in litigation.
• Deep expertise in platform work and the EU Platform Workers Directive.
• Full professional proficiency in English and fluency in at least one additional European language.
• Willingness to be based in or relocate to one of the EU markets.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working model with 2 days a week at the Berlin campus.
• 27 days of holiday, increasing with years of service.
• €1,000 Educational Budget, language courses, and access to Udemy Business.
• Health checkups, meditation, and gym access.
• Employee Share Purchase Plan, Corporate Pension Plan, and Life & Accident Insurance.
• Comprehensive relocation support for moving to Berlin.