Counsel, International Product at Toast

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Regulatory Compliance, Consumer Protection, Intellectual Property, Privacy, Marketing, Legal Advice, Product Development, Cross-Functional Collaboration, International Laws, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Problem Solving, Technology, Software, Fintech, Research

Industry

Software Development

Description

Toast is driven by building the all-in-one restaurant platform that helps restaurants operate their business, increase sales, engage guests, and keep employees happy. As we accelerate our international expansion, we are growing our product counsel team, hiring a mid-level attorney to work alongside our other existing international product counsel to support our international growth. Candidates should have meaningful experience: (i) advising product and engineering teams building products across multiple jurisdictions; and (ii) advising international marketing teams. As Product and Marketing Counsel, you will work with multiple teams across the business including the product, engineering, marketing, compliance, and sales teams as well as in collaboration with other members of the Legal team. You will develop a deep understanding of Toast’s products, roadmaps, and processes in order to offer pragmatic legal advice, help the business identify and mitigate potential legal risks, and contribute to Toast’s international growth. Because this is a global role, you also must have flexibility to collaborate with partners in various time zones. About this roll* (Responsibilities) Advise on a broad range of issues including regulatory compliance, consumer protection, intellectual property and privacy, and providing practical advice to business stakeholders. Work alongside and advising a variety of stakeholders across the product, engineering, and marketing teams, as well as other members of the Legal team, throughout the product development lifecycle (i.e. from the initial stages of product development through launch, including the review of marketing strategies and assets) for products launching around the world. Partner collaboratively across multiple functions, exhibiting a deep understanding of how Toast products work and how their evolution is influenced by applicable laws and regulations. Contribute to playbooks for Product Legal to support Toast’s international expansion. Advise on international marketing and content teams on customer-facing marketing and editorial content. Understand and stay up to date on international laws and regulations relating to the Toast platform. Think creatively to navigate complex regulatory environments to ensure a smooth and compliant user experience. Do you have the right ingredients*? (Requirements) A recognized law degree, an admission in good standing as a solicitor or equivalent legal professional by the relevant regulatory body in Ireland, another EU member state, or Canada (including Quebec). 6+ years of legal experience, in areas covering regulatory compliance, privacy, marketing, intellectual property, and consumer protection across multiple jurisdictions. Exceptional communication skills and the ability to explain complex ideas in a succinct and impactful manner. Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to communicate collaboratively with internal/external stakeholders as well as the ability to integrate into cross-functional teams with a cooperative and participatory approach. Expertise across all jurisdictions is not required, provided that you have experience with researching, interpreting, and advising on a variety of international laws. In-house counsel experience advising product, engineering, and marketing teams on legal issues related to new product development, enhancements, and feature requests. Significant product and marketing law experience, specifically with laws and regulations related to commercial and consumer products and marketing materials. Experience and comfort working with fast paced technology, software, or fintech companies. Comfort navigating ambiguity and shifting priorities with a proactive and solutions-oriented mindset. A solution-oriented, customer service, and growth mindset. Special Sauce* (Nice to Haves) Experience advising on the laws of the UK, Australia, Canada, Ireland, and/or other EU member states. AI at Toast At Toast, one of our company values is that we're hungry to build and learn. We believe learning new AI tools empowers us to build for our customers faster, more independently, and with higher quality. We provide these tools across all disciplines, from Engineering and Product to Sales and Support, and are inspired by how our Toasters are already driving real value with them. The people who thrive here are those who embrace changes that let us build more for our customers; it’s a core part of our culture. Our Total Rewards Philosophy We strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits programs that help to attract, retain, and motivate the best and brightest people in our industry. Our total rewards package goes beyond great earnings potential and provides the means to a healthy lifestyle with the flexibility to meet Toasters’ changing needs. Learn more about our benefits at https://careers.toasttab.com/toast-benefits. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is Baked into our Recipe for Success At Toast, our employees are our secret ingredient—when they thrive, we thrive. The restaurant industry is one of the most diverse, and we embrace that diversity with authenticity, inclusivity, respect, and humility. By embedding these principles into our culture and design, we create equitable opportunities for all and raise the bar in delivering exceptional experiences. We Thrive Together We embrace a hybrid work model that fosters in-person collaboration while valuing individual needs. Our goal is to build a strong culture of connection as we work together to empower the restaurant community. To learn more about how we work globally and regionally, check out: https://careers.toasttab.com/locations-toast. Apply today! Toast is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive hiring process. As part of this commitment, we strive to provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities to enable them to access the hiring process. If you need an accommodation to access the job application or interview process, please contact candidateaccommodations@toasttab.com. ------ For roles in the United States, It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Responsibilities

Advise on regulatory compliance, consumer protection, intellectual property, and privacy while collaborating with product, engineering, and marketing teams throughout the product development lifecycle. Contribute to playbooks for Product Legal to support Toast’s international expansion and navigate complex regulatory environments.