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Junior Legal Counsel, Northern Europe

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Bolt

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Legal
  • Berlin

AI generated summary

  • You must be a qualified lawyer (2-3 years experience), fluent in English and another Nordic language, with contract law experience, a proactive mindset, and able to work 2-3 days in-office.
  • You will provide legal support, draft agreements, advise teams, drive process improvements, collaborate on projects, and assist with governance and external legal coordination.

Requirements

  • Qualified lawyer in one of the markets belonging to the Northern EU.
  • You have between 2-3 years of professional experience (internships are not taken into account), preferably at a law firm or an international company.
  • Essential that you have excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and can speak German, Swedish or Estonian.
  • Earlier experience with rental agreements, public tenders, T&C-s, general contract review and/or consumer protection.
  • You are independent, proactive, creative, business-minded, with a strong sense of responsibility and ownership, and a “consider-it-done” attitude.
  • As a technology-based company, Bolt offers flexible remote working, with the expectation that the Legal Counsel will work in the office 2-3 days per week.

Responsibilities

  • Provide day-to-day legal support to Bolt in Northern EU with a focus on Scooters and Bolt Drive business lines by working closely with (Senior) Legal Counsels responsible for sub-regions for guidance as you attend to daily business inquiries.
  • Drafting and reviewing commercial agreements such as lease agreements, licensing agreements, cooperation agreements with partners, supplier agreements and terms and conditions.
  • Provide legal advice to the product, engineering, sales, business development and country teams of Bolt in Northern EU in all phases of the product development, roll out and expansion within the region.
  • Drive change and development as Bolt’s business scales. This includes using your voice to affect change for the better, utilising your writing skills to design new legal materials and to streamline legal processes as the company grows.
  • Collaborate closely with your colleagues in the legal and privacy team to ensure seamless execution and support for new business ideas and product launches.
  • Supporting the team with corporate governance, NDA and Power of Attorney requests as well as assisting in the coordination and supervision of external legal support.

FAQs

Where is the Junior Legal Counsel position located?

The position can be based in Tallinn (global HQ) or Berlin, Germany.

What markets will the Junior Legal Counsel be supporting?

The Junior Legal Counsel will support markets in Northern Europe, including the Baltics, Nordics, and DACH+NL.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A qualified lawyer in one of the Northern EU markets with 2-3 years of professional experience is required.

What are the language requirements for this position?

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are essential, along with proficiency in German, Swedish, or Estonian.

What types of legal activities will the Junior Legal Counsel be involved in?

The Junior Legal Counsel will be involved in drafting and reviewing commercial agreements, providing legal advice, and supporting corporate governance and external legal coordination among others.

Is prior experience at a law firm or an international company preferred?

Yes, prior experience at a law firm or an international company is preferred but not strictly required if you demonstrate strong drive and integrity.

How often is the Junior Legal Counsel expected to work in the office?

The Junior Legal Counsel is expected to work in the office 2-3 days per week.

What kind of work environment can I expect at Bolt?

Bolt offers a fast-moving, collaborative team environment where you can have a direct impact on shaping the future of mobility.

Are there opportunities for professional growth at Bolt?

Yes, Bolt provides unique career opportunities for professional growth.

What additional perks are offered to employees?

Employees receive a rewarding salary, stock option packages, wellness perks, and flexible working arrangements among other benefits.

Can I apply if I don't meet every single requirement?

Yes, even if you don’t tick every box, you are encouraged to consider applying, as Bolt values drive, intelligence, and integrity.

Making cities for people, not cars.

Technology
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2013
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At Bolt, we're building a future where people don’t need to own personal cars to move around safely and conveniently. A future where people have the freedom to use transport on demand, choosing whatever vehicle's best for each occasion — be it a car, scooter, or e-bike. We're helping over 100 million customers move around in more than 500 cities globally, while also supporting more than 3 million drivers. The best bit? We're only just getting started.