Legal & Compliance Associate (all genders)

Distribusion is the world’s leading ground transportation marketplace and gives travelers seamless access to ground transportation online, from search to ticket purchase. We have built a cutting-edge B2B technology platform that connects bus, rail, and ferry operators in 70+ countries with the biggest online retailers, including Google Maps and Booking.com.
We are shaping the future of travel and building the largest global network of transport providers and retailers. We are one of the fastest growing startups in travel, backed by leading venture capital investors including TQ Ventures, Lightrock, Creandum, and Northzone, and are headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Following our recent $80m Series C funding, we are ready to push beyond.

Workplace:

We are mainly looking for this role to be based within Germany, preferably in our HQ in Berlin. We are a remote-first company, with teams located around the Globe and our HQ office in Berlin where the team often meets in the office.

We are seeking a junior- to mid-level in-house commercial lawyer to join our legal team. The successful candidate will provide pragmatic legal advice to internal stakeholders on a wide range of commercial matters, with a focus on contract drafting, review and negotiation. The role will also involve support with compliance topics, including data protection law (with the support of our external Data Protection Officer) and supplier due diligence.

This position would be suitable for a lawyer with several years of post-qualification experience (2–4 years) who thrives in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment.

What you will do:

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts, particularly with our transportation operator and retailer partners;

• Advising business teams (sales, operations, product, procurement, HR, etc.) on day-to-day legal issues with a focus on pragmatic, solution-oriented guidance;

• Providing support on corporate governance matters and internal policies;

• Working with compliance and security teams on relevant compliance areas;

• Contributing to the creation and improvement of internal contract templates, playbooks, and legal processes; and

• Liaising with external counsel where required.

Who you are:

• Fully qualified lawyer (Second German State Exam / BAR admission in Germany or equivalent UK or EU qualification).

• 2–4 years of professional experience, ideally both at a reputable law firm and in-house at a technology start-up company.

• Demonstrable experience in commercial contract law including IT and IP contracts.

• Familiarity with compliance topics, especially relating to data protection.

• Strong analytical and drafting skills, with the ability to translate legal concepts into practical business advice.

• A hands-on, proactive, and collaborative approach.

What you can expect:

• You will join a fast-paced travel tech company and take on a rapidly growing industry.

• You will take on ownership and responsibility from day one and have a direct impact on the success of the company.

• We value agility! We’re constantly updating our tech stack and offer the best possible tools to ensure all of our in-house engineers, partners, and carriers benefit from cutting-edge, efficient solutions.

• You will work with global companies. Our product attracts the biggest names in travel technology, such as Booking.com, Google Maps, and national carriers like Amtrak, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, and SNCF.

• You will join an international team of talented and driven people with a clear mission. Expect your colleagues to inspire, support, and challenge you every day!

• We offer flexible and remote working conditions, relocation opportunities, and career growth in a small and developing company.

Our hiring process for this role:

Your Talent Partner (TP) and point of contact is Thaneshia Pillay and the Hiring Manager (HM) is Lisa Booth. For any queries, please reach out to your Talent Partner at (talent@distribusion.com).

Do you want to work in an advanced tech environment and have an impact on millions of travelers around the globe? Come join us!