Senior Legal Counsel

About bitaksi

Bitaksi is Turkey’s leading taxi-hailing app, transforming urban mobility with innovative technology. Over the past thirteen years, we’ve grown from a small startup to a pivotal part of people’s daily lives, providing safe, easy, and modern transportation solutions.

Company Vision

Our vision is to transform the way people move by leveraging cutting-edge technology and creating seamless experiences for both riders and drivers. We aim to be the preferred transportation platform of choice, setting new industry standards and reshaping urban mobility.

Why Choose bitaksi

Impactful Work: By joining bitaksi, you will have the opportunity to work on projects that have a direct impact on the lives of millions of people. Your contributions will help shape the future of transportation and make a difference in the way people navigate their daily lives.

Innovation and Technology: Be part of a dynamic team that leverages the latest technology to develop user-centric solutions in a rapidly evolving industry.

What You’ll Do

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements across Bitaksi’s business operations, including NDAs, software and intellectual property licensing agreements, financing agreements, and advertising and marketing agreements.
• Provide legal advice on corporate and commercial law, e-commerce, consumer protection, and data privacy matters.
• Lead and manage compliance processes under the Turkish Personal Data Protection Law (KVKK) and applicable data protection regulations, including reviewing data processing activities, assessing legal risks and data security obligations, and developing and maintaining relevant policies and procedures.
• Monitor and manage compliance with local and international regulations, particularly competition law, e-commerce legislation, and industry-specific regulations.
• Provide legal guidance on corporate governance, risk management, and regulatory matters, including interactions with government authorities and regulatory bodies.
• Coordinate with external legal counsel, law firms, and regulatory authorities when necessary.
• Conduct legal research, prepare reports, and provide legal opinions to support business and product teams.
• Act as a strategic legal partner in developing new business models, launching products, and making operational decisions.
• Stay up to date with legal and regulatory developments affecting the technology, mobility, and e-commerce industries, and assess their potential impact on Bitaksi.
• Provide training and guidance to internal teams on legal matters, data protection, regulatory compliance, and best practices.

To join us as a Senior Legal Counsel you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law. A Master’s degree (LL.M.) in IT and Technology Law is highly preferred.
• 7–10 years of experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Strong knowledge of the Turkish Personal Data Protection Law (KVKK) and relevant data protection regulations, preferably with hands-on experience managing data privacy and compliance processes within a technology company.
• Knowledge and experience in GDPR, mediation, and litigation management.
• Strong understanding of legal matters and risks associated with commercial contracts.
• Ability to manage official correspondence and legal proceedings involving public authorities and judicial bodies.
• Previous in-house legal experience is preferred.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.

What We Offer?

• Day one: A welcome kit with everything you need to get started, plus bitaksi credit for your first day, renewed every month.
• Flexible start: Start your day anytime between 08:00 and 10:00.
• Health: Private health insurance for you and your family.
• Food: Breakfast every morning, fresh fruit in the afternoon, and a meal card. Dinner is also covered when you work overtime.
• Development: Udemy Business and O’Reilly subscriptions, available to everyone.
• Academic support: Academic leave for employees pursuing master’s or other postgraduate studies.
• Movement: Access to a wide network of gyms and sports facilities, with bitaksi contributing towards the membership fee.
• Perks & discounts: Exclusive brand discounts for you and your family, plus special discounts on master’s and postgraduate programs at partner universities.
• Special moments: Gifts to celebrate birthdays, marriages, the arrival of a new child, and other important life events.
• Life at bitaksi: Team and company events throughout the year.

Join Us

Become part of a team that’s redefining urban mobility. Together, let’s create innovative solutions that enhance the lives of millions.

Data Protection Note: Under the scope of your application, your personal data submitted to us will be processed in accordance with the Law on the Protection of Personal Data No. 6698 for the purposes of managing and evaluating our recruitment processes and contacting you when necessary. You can access our information text on the processing of your personal data via the following link: bitaksi.com/en/personal-data-protection-policy