About the job
We are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel specializing in EU Employment Law to become an integral part of our Legal Team as we strive to provide exceptional experiences.
Join a dedicated team that safeguards and facilitates Delivery Hero’s expansion. Within the Legal Team, you will play a crucial role by offering proactive legal insights that harmonize our business objectives with regulatory requirements. Your contributions will be vital in minimizing risks and positioning us for sustainable, long-term success, making you an essential part of our mission to deliver outstanding experiences globally.
As a Senior Legal Counsel, your expertise will guide Delivery Hero through employment law complexities concerning platform work on a global scale. We are looking for an experienced employment lawyer with a strong litigation background, who is passionate about the gig economy and eager to influence the future of work.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee the management of platform worker and rider classification risks on a global scale, collaborating with international employment lawyers across our organization.
Monitor and manage significant litigation and regulatory investigations, developing defense strategies in partnership with local legal counsel.
Collaborate with Product, Tech, and Operations teams to gain a thorough understanding of delivery operations and technology, supporting the advancement of next-generation delivery solutions.
Assist cross-functional teams in evaluating new business models and strategic opportunities related to platform work.
Keep abreast of legislative and regulatory changes affecting platform work, providing guidance to Public Policy teams at both HQ and market levels.
Serve as a subject-matter expert, advising senior management and stakeholders across the organization, with the possibility of limited international travel (up to 10%).
