Senior Legal Counsel

ppAt Trendyol Legal, we go beyond compliance—shaping business decisions with legal insight and strategic perspective. As trusted advisors, we support teams across the company on matters ranging from contracts and corporate law to labor, competition, transportation, and regulatory frameworks. By embedding legal thinking into every stage of business design, we safeguard the company’s integrity while enabling agile, sustainable growth. /p pWe are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join our European Legal team. This individual will be covering a broad and complex portfolio of regulatory and commercial topics, including marketplace seller matters, product compliance, customs law, payment regulation, and warehouse and logistics agreements. The role requires someone who combines deep legal expertise with strong business acumen, the ability to lead and develop a team, and the drive to build scalable legal frameworks in a fast‑paced, cross‑border environment. /p h3Responsibilities /h3 ul liOversee all legal matters for marketplace sellers, including contract negotiations, dispute resolution, and sanctions management. /li liAdvise on EU product compliance, covering safety standards, labeling, packaging waste, and ecodesign requirements. /li liProvide guidance on cross-border trade, including the EU–Turkey Customs Union, import duties, and IOSS/OSS schemes. /li liManage payment regulation compliance and lead contract negotiations with Payment Service Provider (PSP) partners. /li liDraft and manage logistics agreements, including warehouse, supplier, and last‑mile carrier contracts and liability. /li liTranslate EU regulatory developments into actionable guidance for internal Operations, Finance, and Product teams. /li liManage relationships with external counsel and regulatory bodies. /li /ul h3Expected Qualifications /h3 ul liLaw degree from a recognized institution; bar admission is considered a strong advantage. /li liMinimum 10 years of legal experience, with a track record in at least two core areas of the responsibilities listed. /li liProven experience in a legal team lead or people management role, with a focus on mentoring junior lawyers. /li liDeep knowledge of EU regulatory frameworks applicable to e‑commerce, marketplaces, and international trade. /li liExpert ability to negotiate complex, multi‑party commercial contracts within international corporate structures. /li liStrategic thinker with a commercial mindset, capable of proposing practical, business‑enabling risk solutions. /li liFluency in English is mandatory; proficiency in German, Romanian or Greek is a significant plus. /li /ul h3What

We Offer
/h3 ul libHybrid working model with flexibility: /b a schedule that helps you find the right balance between flexibility and team bonding, including work‑from‑abroad opportunities and a summer working model. /li libPersonalised training allowance and learning opportunities: /b Use your annual budget for any training or conference of your choice, explore our Learning Management System (LMS) anytime, and join in‑person learning sessions offered throughout the year. /li libResponsibility from day one: /b Take full ownership from the start in a culture where every voice is heard and valued. /li libA diverse, international team: /b Collaborate with global peers across our offices in Berlin, Amsterdam, Dubai, and beyond, in a startup‑spirited and collaborative environment. /li libOpportunities to grow with the best: /b Tackle meaningful challenges, develop through hands‑on experience, and grow with the support of expert guidance and global mentoring. /li libMeaningful connections beyond tasks: /b Be part of team rituals, events, and social activities that help us stay connected and inspired. /li /ul /p