LEGAL COUNSEL

About

Joko helps consumers shop smarter. Their ambition is to revolutionize how people shop, empowering them to find what they need, make informed decisions, and save money.

Legal Counsel

As Legal Counsel, you will support the Head of Legal in ensuring the company complies with all relevant laws and regulations, draft and review contracts, manage GDPR and privacy compliance, oversee corporate law events, safeguard intellectual property, and coordinate the legal aspects of international expansion.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Head of Legal to ensure the company complies with all relevant laws and regulations in France and any additional countries where Joko may operate.
• Take any relevant action to prevent the company from litigation and collaborate with the Head of Legal if litigation arises.
• Draft or review contracts for all aspects of Joko’s activity, including employees, freelancers, merchant partners, suppliers, terms and conditions, etc.
• In coordination with the Head of Legal, the DPO and the Product team, elevate GDPR compliance by implementing privacy‑by‑design and improving current processes such as the data treatment register, privacy policy, and IT security routines.
• Ensure thorough oversight of all corporate law events, including BSPCE allocations and exercises, general shareholders’ assemblies, board meetings, and cap‑table management.
• Along with the Head of Legal and external advisors, maintain strong IP management procedures, including follow‑up on domain names, trademarks, and competitive intelligence.
• Support the Head of Legal in coordinating the legal aspects of the company’s international expansion, especially in the United States.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from a Tier 1 law university with a specialization in private law; passing the bar is a plus.
• At least 2 years of experience as a lawyer, ideally 5, including experience in a top law firm.
• Knowledge and experience in negotiating contracts, GDPR and personal data management, or corporate law, as well as adeptness at preventing and handling legal litigations.
• Fluent in French and English, both written and spoken.
• Excellent analytical and synthesis skills, with the ability to explain complex topics simply; recognised for strong writing abilities.
• Ability to lead a project independently, breaking down complex problems into small tasks and meeting milestones.
• Attention to detail, with a talent for spotting flaws and producing perfect written documents.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, enjoyment of challenges, and a hands‑on approach.

Perks

• Flexible remote: employees in Paris can choose to work from the office or from home; others receive a coworking space and budget.
• Work from anywhere: employees may work in most countries for up to 3 months per year.
• Top‑market compensation.
• Equity for everyone, offering the chance to own a piece of what you build.
• Half‑day each week dedicated to AI skill development.
• Yearly offsite at amazing locations and budget for team‑building events and monthly in‑person gatherings.
• Contribution to a ClassPass subscription.
• Eight‑week leave paid 100% for the second parent.
• …and much more.

Additional Information

• Contract type: Full‑time
• Location: Paris (possible full remote)
• Salary: between €50,000 and €83,000 per year