Airbnb에서 영국 비즈니스를 총괄할 Lead Counsel을 채용합니다. 10년 이상의 경력을 보유한 법률 전문가로서 영국 내 규제 전략 수립 및 정책 대응을 주도하게 됩니다. 영국 법률 자격과 사내 변호사 경험이 필수이며, 복잡한 규제 환경에서 비즈니스 중심의 창의적인 법률 자문을 제공할 수 있어야 합니다. 글로벌 팀과 협업하며 Airbnb의 성장을 법적으로 뒷받침할 핵심 인재를 찾습니다.
Airbnb was born in 2007 when two hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 5 million hosts who have welcomed over 2 billion guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe. Every day, hosts offer unique stays and experiences that make it possible for guests to connect with communities in a more authentic way.
Airbnb’s Legal Department is a global team that will require working with diverse international colleagues around the world. The successful candidate will be someone who is adaptable, collaborative and embodies Airbnb’s Core Values. Candidates will be required to approach complex legal issues with a balance for local and global perspectives, while being adaptable to cultural differences and nuances. A genuine and demonstrated interest in Airbnb and a commitment to ethics, integrity and fostering a workplace that emphasizes diversity and belonging is a must.
Airbnb’s legal team in EMEA embodies the company’s innovative, forward-thinking spirit. At the frontier of the new sharing economy, Airbnb is breaking new ground in matters of policy, law, and government relations. Where some see obstacles, we see opportunities to find creative, practical solutions. We are committed to further developing a team of talented, collaborative and self-motivated legal professionals who believe in Airbnb’s mission.
We are looking for an experienced, business-focused lawyer to serve as Lead Counsel for the UK. Based in our London office and reporting to the Associate General Counsel Product EMEA, you will be the trusted legal adviser to the UK business and the legal point of contact for the Northern Europe and Middle East (NEMEA) Leadership Team, with a particular focus on regulatory, reputation and public policy matters.
Responsible for all legal matters related to the UK business, including:
Working closely with the public policy and communications teams, tax team, other legal team members, and outside counsel to devise and implement strategic positions on new and existing regulations that affect Airbnb and its users, including short term rental and planning regulations, tourist tax, content liability, digital regulation, and consumer protection.
Trusted adviser to the UK business on a broad range of regulatory and general legal issues, providing business-focussed and creative advice to address complex issues.
Identifying and briefing the business, policy, and communications teams on relevant legal and regulatory developments; collaborating closely with other EMEA country counsel both to understand the interplay between UK and EU regulatory developments and strategies, and on pan-EMEA policy initiatives and regulatory issues.
Advising on UK B2C and B2B product launches or updates; working with other legal team members to ensure oversight over UK litigation, commercial, marketing, corporate, real estate, competition, data protection, intellectual property, tax, and payments regulatory matters.
Legal point of contact for the NEMEA Leadership Team, attending weekly meetings and periodic team gatherings, coordinating advice from other NEMEA country counsel, and contributing to strategic planning and execution of NEMEA business priorities.
The role will include work on commercial agreements, and may involve leading pan-EMEA legal projects, and supervision of junior lawyers (notably the paralegal responsible for small claims matters in the UK).
Instruct and manage outside counsel where appropriate, ensuring the delivery of cost-effective, business-oriented legal advice.
Proactively draft, review and refine internal processes, policies and workflows.
Identifying, consolidating and escalating material legal risk to the appropriate decision makers.
Some domestic and international travel required, including occasional travel to the United States.
This role is based in our London office, with in-office presence expected at least once per week.
Airbnb is committed to working with the broadest talent pool possible. We believe diverse ideas foster innovation and engagement, and allow us to attract creatively-led people, and to develop the best products, services and solutions. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
We strive to also provide a disability inclusive application and interview process. If you are a candidate with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in order to submit an application, please contact us at: reasonableaccommodations@airbnb.com. Please include your full name, the role you’re applying for and the accommodation necessary to assist you with the recruiting process.
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range shown below is annualized, is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus, equity, benefits, and Employee Travel Credits.
United Kingdom Annual Pay Range
£136,000—£170,000 GBP
