General Counsel
About The Position
Travelier, is a dynamic travel-tech company transforming the way people experience ground and sea transportation. Through our innovative digital platforms, we simplify complex local markets, empowering travelers to effortlessly book ferries, buses, and trains worldwide. We’re passionate about making travel more accessible, intuitive, and connected for everyone.
We are seeking a Head of Legal to lead our legal team at our headquarters and oversee the legal teams in our subsidiaries. This senior position will be responsible for managing a wide range of corporate legal matters, including negotiating and executing key corporate documents for board and shareholder engagements, M&A activities, banking and finance transactions, and regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee and lead the legal team at HQ, with matrix management of legal teams in our subsidiaries
- Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of corporate documents
- Oversee M&A processes, finance arrangements, and regulatory compliance efforts
- Provide legal counsel and support to cross-functional teams across global markets
- Partner with internal and external stakeholders on diverse legal matters
- Serve as a strategic business partner across the organization
Requirements
- Law degree from a top academic institution
- Certified lawyer with active bar membership
- 8+ years of relevant legal experience as a corporate lawyer in a high-tech company or in a commercial/high-tech law firm
- Proven leadership experience in managing legal teams
- Strong negotiation, drafting, analytical, and commercial transaction skills
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects while balancing legal and business considerations
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Flexibility with working hours and capacity to work effectively in a remote environment
- Fluency in English