Senior Legal Counsel (Germany)
Dott
Legal
Berlin, Germany
Posted 6+ months ago
Here at Dott, we believe in a future where our cities are free from cars and pollution. With our on-demand e-bikes and e-scooters, we want to help co-create liveable cities where space is given back to people. We dream of cities where it is easy to move from one place to another with less congestion and more socialisation. All work we do is to continue reaching for our mission, to free our cities with clean rides for everyone.
Though founded in Europe, our passionate, mission-driven people come from over 55 countries globally. With such representative employees working in over 9 countries, we can better meet our users' diverse needs. We collaborate with each other, transportation providers, and city officials to ensure what we do today has a tangible impact on tomorrow. Moreover, each employee is equally invested and accountable for making each decision socially and environmentally sustainable.
We are looking for a Senior Legal Counsel (accredited in Germany) to join our team. You will report directly to the General Counsel, and could be located anywhere in Germany (or any other country where we have an operation).
What you'll do
- Responsible lawyer for DACH region and all HQ (currently Germany) matters;
- Support the General Counsel with all Corporate and Commercial matters;
- Draft and negotiate a wide variety of legal agreements with a focus on commercial and corporate contracts;
- Assess, advise, and regularly report on legal risks, while proposing constructive solutions and challenging business decisions from a legal perspective;
- Advise and update internal stakeholders on laws and regulations that impact Dott’s business.
What you’ll bring
- 10 years of relevant working experience (comprising both in-house and law firm) ;
- You are a generalist with significant experience in corporate and commercial matters (including fundraising transactions);
- Admitted attorney in Germany;
- Fluent in German and English;
- Excellent business judgment, interpretation, and communication skills;
- Proactive attitude and thrive in a dynamic work environment.
What is our Employee Value Proposition (EVP):
We embrace change in our cities, our work, and ourselves. We empower each other to make a lasting impact. We spark meaningful connections by fostering a supportive community. We succeed by adapting the way we work. Unlock the Change
Check out our EVP Video here (bit.ly/3ZHHvlR)
Benefits & Policies*:
🚀 Employee Stock/Equity plan
💰 A fair, mid-market salary package
🧑💻 Weekly All-hands meetings
🧘 Mental health support with Open-up
🫂 Employee Resource Groups
🪹 Pension scheme
👶 Parental policies
🏡 Hybrid Work Policy (twice a week at the office)
🌎 Short-term Remote Work Policy
🏞️ Sabbatical Policy
🪑 Work from home budget
(* benefits will vary based on the country and position)
Sustainability Statement
We continuously measure and improve our environmental and social impact. We’re not claiming we’ll save the world, but we’re relentlessly striving to do the right thing for people, cities, and the planet. We’re constantly putting the environment and our social impact at the heart of every business decision. For more information on our sustainability, check out our Sustainability Report & Manifesto (bit.ly/3KB9dwq).
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) Statement
Dott is an equal-opportunity employer and aims to be intentional in our ED&I strategy. We operate throughout Europe in the hometowns of countless people, including our employees. To truly free OUR cities, we must have a workforce that not only understands the unique needs of our cities but also represents the diversity within them. To support all our employees to be their authentic selves, we have a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination and harassment in any regard.
Data Privacy
At Dott, we respect fundamental privacy rights. We process your personal data per the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation ("GDPR"). Read our Applicant Privacy Statement for a clear explanation of how we process your personal data. (https://ridedott.com/applicant-privacy-statement/)
