Senior Business Lawyer

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  • Location

    Ukraine(Kyiv)/Remote

  • Platform

    Legal

  • Experience

    4+ years

  • Unit

    Business Support, Corporate Governance and Start-up

Uklon is a technology company that developed the eponymous mobile application.

Founded in Kyiv in 2010, Uklon started as a ride-hailing platform and has evolved into a multi-service digital ecosystem integrating ride-hailing, Uklon Delivery, Uklon Ads, Uklon Store, and the Uklon Travel bus ticket booking service. As of August 2026, Uklon operates internationally across two countries — Ukraine and Uzbekistan. The service currently covers 31 Ukrainian cities and the Bukovel resort, as well as Tashkent and 5 regional hubs across the Fergana Valley in Uzbekistan.

Let’s drive your career forward!

Join us as a Senior Business Lawyer.

Hiring process

Introduction, interview with the Head of Legal, a test assignment (we value your time and effort, so the test assignment is paid), and a final interview.
In case you have any questions, feel free to contact our recruiter Anzhela directly or via email at au.moc.nolku%40stayaz.alehzna - we're here to help!

What our offer includes specifically for this role

    the opportunity to become the owner of the legal function for micromobility, a new product in the Uklon ecosystem, and grow together with it

    participation in building the legal model of a new business from scratch: from the service flow in the app to the allocation of liability between the company and users

    the opportunity to shape micromobility market regulation: together with city councils and other market players, we develop rules and conditions for placing e-scooters in Kyiv and other cities

    a real growth path: we expect you to grow to Senior level within 12 months, and as the business develops, there will be an opportunity to build your own team

    unique cases at the intersection of civil law, technology and the real economy

    the opportunity to study international practice and EU regulation and bring the best solutions to Ukraine

    support from a mentor and a team of lawyers, each with their own expertise and ready to share knowledge

    flexible work format: office in Kyiv or remote

    the opportunity to join one of Ukraine's leading product IT companies, part of a successful international holding listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange

    a company culture where every team member is valued and has a real impact on processes

    regular performance & salary reviews

    an annual bonus upon achieving the company's targets

    work in a company that is a part of the international VEON group represented in the fields of telecommunications, fintech, mobile, streaming, healthcare, etc

How exactly you can influence the developmentof the Company:

- provide comprehensive legal support for the micromobility business and be the first point of contact for the business team on legal matters- analyse complex situations involving users, the company and third parties, including cases of harm to life, health or property, and propose legal solutions
- review and approve the service flow and user journey in the app, assessing legal risks of new mechanics and hypotheses
- support the ride-hailing legal function together with colleagues: pricing, new mechanics, changes to public documents
- draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts, supplementary agreements, specifications and protocols of disagreements
- prepare and update the company's internal documents: regulations, orders, minutes
- prepare responses to requests from state and law enforcement authorities and support the company during inspections
- analyse legislation and advise various departments on legal matters
cooperate with external legal counsels
- research Ukrainian and international practice, including EU regulation, and propose solutions for product development

Challenges for three months:

- get to know the processes of the legal department, as well as Uklon's products and business model
- take independent ownership of the micromobility legal function
- independently prepare documents and close tasks on time, taking responsibility for the result
- identify, prevent and minimise legal risks for the business

Certainly, we will teach you, but it’s good to have:

- experience in consulting, national or large international companies
- experience in IT, online services, marketplaces or transport
- knowledge of tax law

To achieve the results, you will need:

- a higher education degree in law
- 4+ years of experience as a general counsel, in-house lawyer or senior lawyer
- in-depth knowledge of civil and commercial law, in particular liability for damage
- the ability to break down complex legal relationships and find solutions
- strong legal writing skills: preparing legal opinions and memoranda
- the ability to manage complex projects independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- the ability to explain complex matters in simple terms to different stakeholders
- willingness to learn quickly and work with large amounts of information
- English sufficient to work with international practice and documents (B1+)

How do you manage your working hours?

- Flexible working hours depending on your role and responsibilities
- Paid time off and public holidays, even during martial law

  • - Internal training sessions, workshops, hackathons, and knowledge-sharing sessions
    - Corporate learning programs and subscriptions to professional resources
    - Access to webinars and events featuring Uklon speakers
    - Individual or team learning budget
    - Corporate discounts and compensation for English language learning
    - Long-term development programs for managers

  • - Health insurance in Ukraine or abroad
    - Financial support in challenging life circumstances
    - Psychotherapy reimbursement and access to a corporate psychologist
    - Wellness programs, including emotional support workshops
    - Compensation for coworking spaces in Ukraine and abroad
    - Corporate discounts and compensation for sports activities
    - Gamified activities, gifts, giveaways
    - Corporate team-building activities, Uklon Store, and a referral program

  • - Promo codes for Uklon rides
    - Partner discounts

If you're looking for a dynamic and ambitious product company focused on growth and global expansion, passionate about cutting-edge technologies, and eager to reveal your inner drive — join Uklon team!

*We value every application and aim to provide feedback within 7 business days. If you haven’t received a response - don’t worry: it simply means there wasn’t a match with the position this time.
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