Senior Legal Counsel - Portugal & Malta

We are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join our Global Field Team, based in Lisbon and reporting to the Legal Director for South West Europe & LATAM. 

With over 200 million customers in 50+ countries, Bolt is one of the fastest-growing tech companies in Europe and Africa. And it's all thanks to our people.

We believe in creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

Our ultimate goal is to make cities for people, not cars, and we need your help to achieve this mission!

The team supports Bolt’s global operations and product verticals such as Ride-Hailing, Micromobility, Delivery, Bolt Market, Bolt Drive, and Bolt Business. 

Working closely with Product Counsels and other sub-teams, the Global Field Team ensures legal compliance across all markets while advising on potential risks and liabilities to enable informed business decisions.

• Provide legal advice across Delivery and Mobility businesses while ensuring compliance with products, features, and initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Tax, Privacy, and Policy, to address legal challenges and support business objectives.
• Draft and manage terms of use, agreements, and consumer resources while overseeing pre-litigations and litigations in your region.
• Develop legal templates, playbooks, and self-service tools, leveraging AI and the latest legal technologies.
• Stay updated on legal developments, coordinate external legal support, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with new legal obligations.
• Gain autonomy in handling complex legal issues, build strong business acumen, adapt to evolving markets, and provide regular risk assessments to inform market strategies.

• Law degree and 6-10 years of experience (preferably in a law firm or an international company, with in-house experience preferred).
• Fluent in Portuguese and English, with excellent legal drafting skills.
• Strong background in consumer protection, contract law, and the gig economy.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and highly organized.
• Ability to use your own initiative to drive forward matters to deliver consistent results.

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!

• Play a direct role in shaping the future of mobility.
• Impact millions of customers and partners in 600+ cities across 50+ countries.
• Work in fast-moving autonomous teams with some of the smartest people in the world.
• Accelerate your professional growth with unique career opportunities.
• Get a rewarding salary and stock option package that lets you focus on doing your best work.
• Enjoy the flexibility of working in a hybrid mode with a minimum of 3 days in the office each week to foster strong connections and teamwork.
• Take care of your physical and mental health with our wellness perks.

*Some perks may differ depending on your location and role.

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