Junior Legal Counsel, Northern Europe

Posted:
10/29/2024, 3:50:40 AM

Location(s):
Tallinn, Harju County, Estonia ⋅ Harju County, Estonia

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Legal & Compliance

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

 

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We are looking to hire a Junior Legal Counsel based in Tallinn (global HQ) to support our markets in the Northern EU, including Baltics, Nordics and DACH+NL. In addition to excellent legal skills, this person will thrive in an international business working environment in which Bolt is building the future of mobility. It’s an exciting once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be part of the future!

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Bolt is one of the fastest growing startups in the world, with a presence in over 400 cities and 100 million customers across Europe and Africa. We’re building the future of transport – one platform that connects you with cars, motorcycles, scooter sharing, and anything else you need to move around in your city. Fast, convenient and affordable for everyone, as transport should be. 

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  • <point>Drafting, reviewing  and negotiating various agreements with suppliers, partners, 
    customers and other third parties to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations. 
    This would include lease agreements, service agreements, and other commercial 
    contracts.</point>
  • <point>Supporting corporate governance, NDA and Power of Attorney requests</point>
  • <point>Provide day-to-day legal support to Bolt in Northern EU, working closely with (Senior) Legal Counsels responsible for sub-regions for guidance as you attend to daily business inquiries.</point>
  • <point>Coordinating advice with cross-functional stakeholders, including members of Tax, 
    Privacy, Public Policy and Legal team.</point>
  • <point>Liaising with external counsels in the existing and new jurisdictions to ensure compliance
    with local laws and regulations as well as assisting with the incorporation and 
    registration of new entities.</point>
  • <point>Staying up to date with legislative developments, anticipating legal and commercial risks 
    and advising and assisting the business to prepare for them.</point>

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  • <point>Qualified lawyer in one of the markets belonging to the Northern EU.</point>
  • <point>You have between 2 to 4 years of professional experience (excluding internships), 
    preferably at a law firm or an international company.</point>
  • <point>Big bonus if you can speak Lithuanian, German, Swedish or Estonian language.</point>
  • <point>You are an analytical thinker who loves to solve problems.</point>
  • <point>Essential that you have excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.</point>
  • <point>Independent, proactive, creative, business-minded and a consider-it-done attitude</point>
  • <point>Bolt offers flexible remote working as a technology-based company, but there will be an expectation that the Junior Legal Counsel attends offices for 3 days a week, while they are successfully onboarded with the team.</point>

 

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Experience is great, but what we really look for is drive, intelligence, and integrity. So even if you don’t tick every box, please consider applying!

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<title>Why you’ll love it here:</title>

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  • <point>Play a direct role in shaping the future of mobility.</point>
  • <point>Impact millions of customers and partners in 500+ cities across 45 countries.</point>
  • <point>Work in fast-moving autonomous teams with some of the smartest people in the world. </point>
  • <point>Accelerate your professional growth with unique career opportunities.</point>
  • <point>Get a rewarding salary and stock option package that lets you focus on doing your best work.</point>
  • <point>Enjoy the flexibility of working in a hybrid mode with a minimum of 2 days in the office each week to foster strong connections and teamwork.</point>
  • <point>Take care of your physical and mental health with our wellness perks.</point>

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