Legal Counsel - Commercial (f/d/m)
Trade Republic
DESTINATION FOR GREAT TALENT
At Trade Republic, we are on a mission to democratize wealth. We set up millions of Europeans for wealth with fast, easy, and free access to capital markets. With over one million customers we are one of the largest savings platforms in Europe, with users holding over €6 billion on our platform.
We are seen as the go-to-destination for top talent from across the globe. Everyday we strive to make Trade Republic a great environment to do the best work of your life, surrounded by exceptional, caring and passionate colleagues. In addition to learning and growing with a world-class team, you will build a destination for everyone across Europe to put money to work.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Legal is the heart: We are working in a highly regulated environment. Everything we do is connected to law. As the heart pumps the blood to the body, legal is pumping our business to the market. We work close together with business, management and all other stakeholders of the company. Our mission is to enable Trade Republic to provide the best service and the best product to our customers in the existing legal framework. This is an everyday challenge getting the best out of us.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
Work closely with our Head of Legal on various projects and take the lead on all commercial law questions within the organization
Support our rapid growth and internationalization by finding tailor made solutions which will not cause delay but promote our mission
Proactively look out for ways to improve commercial agreements but also advise on best practises how to “live” those post conclusion
Liaise with external law firms on legal issues related to commercial law and our internationalization
Work with the entire legal team on other “allrounder” topics as they emerge
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
You are a German fully qualified lawyer and have completed the first and second state law examinations with above-average results
You already have at least 3+ years professional commercial law experience in a renowned law firm and/or in an international company
You are an expert in Commercial law and bring expertise in financial markets and products to the table
Problem-solving and driving change by using innovative solutions is for you a matter of course
You are a true star when it comes to stakeholder management
Very good written and spoken German and English, other languages are an advantage
Experience with IP/IT and unfair competition law would be a plus
Experience in advising high-growth, VC-backed start-up/scale-up companies would be a plus
WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY NOW
At Trade Republic you will get to do the best work of your career. We are a destination for people who are exceptional at what they do. Every day, we strive to build a world-class team and provide the space for people to do their best. We have a relentless ambition of raising the bar and expect the best from ourselves. Through our dedicated people-first management approach and transparent career paths, you will have the opportunity to develop and grow your career like never before. And because you are surrounded by a diverse team of high performers, you will be learning every day.
You will play an important role in fixing one of the largest challenges we face - closing the pension gap and democratizing wealth. Trade Republic is a place where your job, your career and your passions intersect. If this gets you fired up, just like it does for all of us at Trade Republic, then reach out!