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We were founded in 2010 with a dynamic and agile start-up spirit. The trust of around 30 million customers and 250,000 sellers has made us the first decacorn in Turkey. Our success is backed by renowned investors such as Alibaba, General Atlantic, Softbank, Princeville Capital and several sovereign wealth funds. In 2022, we opened our first dedicated international office in Berlin and expanded to Amsterdam, Luxembourg and London. And that's just the beginning!
Tech at the root
We believe that technology is the driver and e-commerce is the outcome. Thanks to the dedication of our team, we have become one of the top 5 e-commerce companies in EMEA and one of the fastest growing worldwide. We currently deliver over 1.5 million parcels daily to 27 countries.
Growth is in our DNA
As a young and dynamic company, we are constantly growing and expanding. With Trendyol Tech, one of the leading R&D centres, Trendyol Express, the fastest growing delivery network, Dolap, the largest platform for second-hand goods, and Trendyol Go, our instant food and grocery delivery service, we are gearing up to become the world's leading e-commerce platform.
Focused on positive impact
Our vision goes beyond business success. We strive to make a sustainable and positive impact on our customers, business partners, and society. By digitizing merchants and SMEs, helping businesses grow, and promoting women's economic empowerment, we are dedicated to creating a better future.
ABOUT THE TEAM
The Legal Team is more than just a legal team: it's a part of business design and an overall representitive of the company at large. The team provides support in line with corporate law, contracts, labor, competition, transportation and regulatory requirements to meet the day-to-day needs of other teams.
We are all working with the same purpose: To create a positive impact in our ecosystem by enabling commerce through technology.
Trendyol is seeking a highly skilled and strategic leader for our legal operations in the UAE, based in Dubai. In this role, you will offer expert legal counsel on business operations across the MENA region, with a primary focus on the UAE. You will manage legal risks, ensure compliance, and support business units on legal matters related to products and services. This leadership position presents a unique opportunity to shape the company’s legal strategy while working in a fast-growing, dynamic e-commerce environment. We are looking for a strategic thinker and a hands-on leader, ready to contribute directly to Trendyol’s success in the MENA region.
Main Responsibilities
- Offer legal advice to the company, specializing in UAE laws, especially in areas such as e-commerce, consumer protection, data privacy, and commercial contracts.
- Collaborate with external legal advisors to gain insights and guidance from legal experts across the UAE and other GCC countries.
- Ensure full compliance with local regulations, including monitoring developments in advertising, IP, and payment systems.
- Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, including contracts, supplier agreements, licenses, and platform documentation, aligning them with business objectives and legal standards.
- Track and analyze new legislation, advising the business on how regulatory changes may impact operations and strategy.
- Identify and manage legal risks, advising internal teams on risk mitigation strategies and ensuring contracts adhere to company policies.
- Share insights into regulatory approaches and best practices across the region, helping the company adapt to legal and market shifts.
Your Profile
- Offer legal advice to the company, specializing in UAE laws, especially in areas such as e-commerce, consumer protection, data privacy, and commercial contracts.
- Collaborate with external legal advisors to gain insights and guidance from legal experts across the UAE and other GCC countries.
- Ensure full compliance with local regulations, including monitoring developments in advertising, IP, and payment systems.
- Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, including contracts, supplier agreements, licenses, and platform documentation, aligning them with business objectives and legal standards.
- Track and analyze new legislation, advising the business on how regulatory changes may impact operations and strategy.
- Identify and manage legal risks, advising internal teams on risk mitigation strategies and ensuring contracts adhere to company policies.
- Share insights into regulatory approaches and best practices across the region, helping the company adapt to legal and market shifts.
JOIN US AND
* Take responsibility from day one and develop your skills with a talented and diverse international team.
* Experience open communication, flexibility, and a start-up spirit in our unique culture.
* Tackle big challenges in e-commerce with Agile practices and encourage growth by learning from mistakes.
* Join creative and focused teams that prioritize collaboration and problem-solving.
* Access our extensive training platform for continuous learning and personal growth.
* Benefit from the support of a global team of experts with mentoring and professional development opportunities.
* Focus on talent and potential, not just job titles.
* Connect with teammates regardless of physical distance through events, meetings, and social activities.
* Enjoy competitive benefits such as Trendyol shopping budget, central and international office locations, and top-of-the-line technical equipment.
We're looking forward to receiving your application!
We offer a hybrid model that combines the productivity of remote work with the bonding and collaboration of in-office work. Teams are expected to work from our offices on designated days each week, fostering team spirit, creativity and cross team collaboration as part of our culture.
We also provide a summer working model, with a two-month fully remote work opportunity during July and August.
The hybrid working model only applies to hybrid roles; on-site roles require regular office presence.
At Trendyol, we believe in the power of an inclusive workplace. We value diversity and believe that every team member contributes to our vibrant culture. Our platform is for everyone, and so is our workplace. We encourage the representation and amplification of diverse voices in our business, as it allows us all to thrive, contribute, and shape the future together.
