Associate Counsel

Location: London, UK (Hybrid)

With millions of diners, 70,000+ restaurant partners and 25+ years of experience, OpenTable, part of Booking Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: BKNG), is an industry leader with a passion for helping restaurants thrive. Our world-class technology empowers restaurants to focus on what matters most – their team, their guests, and their bottom line – while enabling diners to discover and book the perfect restaurant for every occasion. 

Every employee at OpenTable has a tangible impact on what we do and how we do it. You’ll also be part of a global team and its portfolio of metasearch brands. Hospitality is all about taking care of others, and it defines our culture.

OpenTable, part of Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG), is seeking a pragmatic, business-forward counsel to join its Legal team as Associate Counsel - Growth & Partnerships. 

This will be a hybrid role with in-office presence required 2x/week. 

This role will support a fast-paced legal function by managing a portfolio of commercial transactions and providing day-to-day global marketing and advertising law guidance. This role is ideal for a pragmatic, business-oriented attorney who can operate independently, balance legal risk with commercial objectives, and deliver timely legal support across marketing, media, and intellectual property initiatives, while collaborating with colleagues across OpenTable, Booking Holdings, and sister brands to support business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of international commercial agreements relating to marketing and advertising campaigns, strategic partnerships, insertion orders, licensing and content agreements, vendor and client contracts, NDAs, and service agreements. 
• Review and approve advertising and marketing materials to ensure compliance with global legal requirements, including online marketing, social media, native advertising, influencer advertising, online advertising, promotions and sweepstakes, content clearance (e.g., commercials, videos, photos), photo and video releases, and/or commercial and consumer marketing content.
• Advise on brand and intellectual property matters, including trademark and copyright issues, content clearance, licensing, and rights of publicity.
• Advise  cross-functional team members (e.g., Commercial, Compliance, Product) on global regulatory and marketing compliance obligations, including consumer protection, endorsement, and advertising compliance risks across the UK, EU, and other relevant markets.
• Provide innovative and business-forward sound and timely advice to business partners regarding legal and other risks and recommend strategic solutions and alternatives.
• Help develop scalable legal resources, including templates, playbooks, guidance, and self-service tools, to enable Marketing, Partnerships, and other business teams to move quickly and responsibly.
• Where appropriate, liaise with cross-functional team members, legal colleagues across Booking Holdings, and outside counsel as the need arises.

Qualifications/Experience

• Qualified solicitor or barrister in England & Wales (or equivalent qualification in another jurisdiction), in good standing
• 3+ years' experience supporting marketing, advertising, and commercial contracting functions, ideally including UK/EU advertising and consumer protection law
• Strong working knowledge of advertising requirements (e.g., ASA/CAP Codes, UK GDPR), promotional marketing laws, and intellectual property licensing; familiarity with U.S. advertising and marketing law a plus given OpenTable's global footprint
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate and close routine commercial agreements efficiently
• Strong judgment, communication skills, and a business-oriented approach to risk management
• Highly motivated and resourceful, with the ability to work proactively and independently
• Collaborative nature and ability to work across business units and with colleagues at Booking Holdings and other sister brands
• Adaptability and openness to taking on tasks in new or unfamiliar areas of the law

Benefits and Perks

• 5 weeks paid vacation

• Private health & dental insurance

• Work from (almost) anywhere for up to 20 days per year

• Focus on mental health and well-being:

• Company-paid therapy sessions through SpringHealth

• Company-paid subscription to Headspace

• Annual company-wide week off a year - the whole team fully recharges (and returns without a pile-up of work!)

• Paid parental leave

• Time off for your birthday

• Paid volunteer time

• Focus on your career growth:

• Development Dollars

• Leadership development

• Access to thousands of on-demand e-learnings

• Travel Discounts

• Employee Resource Groups

• Income protection and life assurance

• Employee Assistance Program - including 24/7 GP & free legal advice

• Pension plan contributions

• Discounted gym membership

• Bike2Work

• Season ticket loan

• Social events & Thursday happy hours

• Free lunch 2 days per week

The best connections happen face-to-face, whether you’re sitting down to dinner or having coffee with a coworker. That’s why OpenTable has adopted a hybrid workplace model. This role aligns with that approach, with an expectation of coming into the office two days a week—giving employees the best of both worlds: in-person collaboration and flexibility.

Work Environment & Flexibility

At OpenTable, we pride ourselves on fostering a global and dynamic work environment. As a team member with us, you will benefit from a schedule tailored to accommodate a global workforce operating across multiple time zones. While the majority of your responsibilities may align with conventional business hours, there will be instances where you are expected to manage communications - via calls, Slack messages, or emails - outside of regular working hours to effectively collaborate with international colleagues, respond to restaurant partners, and/or address urgent matters. OpenTable will always abide by and consider local laws and regulations.

Inclusion

We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. We know the best ideas come when we bring different voices to the table, so we're building a team as dynamic as the diners and restaurants we serve—and fostering a culture where everyone feels welcome to be themselves.

If you need any reasonable adjustments during the application/interview process, or on the job, we’re here to support you. Please reach out to your recruiter to request any accommodations.

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