Key Job Responsibilities and Duties:
Working on multiple high profile and impactful legal matters – including implementation of new digital regulations – with minimal supervision, partnering with other subject matter lawyers and proactively interacting with senior business stakeholders;
Thorough informed and robust decision making, providing clear and risk-based recommendations on matters of high and strategic complexity;
Together with business stakeholders, developing creative and innovative risk mitigations;
Drafting, advising and reviewing strategic and high value legal documents / agreements;
Negotiating and influencing matters of high complexity and risk externally, including with public authorities;
Assisting in the planning and alignment of the priorities of the Legal and Public Affairs team, actively providing input and ensuring external counsel are effectively managed.
Qualification & Skills:
- Bachelor degree (Master’s Degree / Specialised Diploma is an advantage) and admission to practise in at least one jurisdiction
- 8-12 years experience in a reputable law firm or in-house team
Admission to practice in at least one jurisdiction
In-depth knowledge of EU competition law
Knowledge of consumer protection laws, online platform regulations, Digital Markets Act (DMA) and Digital Services Act (DSA)
Previous experience in reputable law firms, regulators and/or multinational companies working on complex matters across jurisdictions
Strong negotiation and influencing skills, and ability to directly and independently support multiple business stakeholders on challenges of high complexity and risk
Experience in providing advice on strategic legal matters, accurately identify risks
Excellent in providing simple, concise & pragmatic advice, drafting clear documents and written communications for legal matters
Ability to successfully manage complex projects and team’s resources through effective prioritization
Strong ability to lead and inspire a team, helping with prioritization, clear instructions and support with communication
Strong collaborative, professional approach; able to succeed in and lead diverse, multidisciplinary, multicultural teams
Adaptable, with a growth mindset, ready to embrace change in order to meet evolving business needs, work in ambiguous situations and under pressure, and learn from mistakes
Further traits look for:
Alignment with Booking.com’s values (Customer First, Succeed Together, Own It, Learn Forever, Do the Right Thing).
Curiosity, flexibility, and a creative, pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
Confidence with collaboration.
Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
Proactivity, resilience, and a drive to deliver results.
Strong judgment with attention to both the big picture and key details.
Courage to take a stance and make tough decisions.
Team-oriented, self-aware, and a good listener.
Agility in prioritizing and meeting deadlines.
Forward-thinking, with a focus on emerging legal and policy issues.
As a team, we believe in:
Being integral to decision-making, shaping Booking.com’s future.
Supporting Booking's mission to make travel accessible, fostering openness and curiosity.
Offering opportunities for team members to explore new areas or specialize.
Providing holistic, integrated legal and public affairs advice.
Continuously improving Legal Operations, innovating, and sharing best practices.
Learning from mistakes and embracing growth.
Working collaboratively with a sense of humor and enjoying the journey together!
Booking.com’s Total Rewards Philosophy is not only about compensation but also about benefits. We offer a competitive , as well unique-to-Booking.com benefits which include:
Annual paid time off and generous paid leave scheme including: parent, grandparent, bereavement, and care leave
Hybrid working including flexible working arrangements, and up to 20 days per year working from abroad (home country)
Industry leading product discounts - up to 1400 per year - for yourself, including automatic Genius Level 3 status and Booking.com wallet credit
Application process:
Let’s go places together:
Detailed instructions on post-application requirements including any required application materials, deadlines, portfolios, coding challenges, or other assessments as defined by BU or department.
Pre-Employment Screening
If your application is successful, your personal data may be used for a pre-employment screening check by a third party as permitted by applicable law. Depending on the vacancy and applicable law, a pre-employment screening may include employment history, education and other information (such as media information) that may be necessary for determining your qualifications and suitability for the position.
