Senior Commercial Counsel, Procurement

Job description

Join us in our mission to transform the way people shop and eat, where impact, innovation, and growth drives everything we do. Our innovative legal professionals don't just solve problems - we partner with the business to find creative solutions, think holistically, and help drive Deliveroo's mission forward while protecting our company and stakeholders. We’re looking for a Senior Commercial Counsel, Procurement to join our London team. This is a hybrid role that will require you to work from our London HQ for a minimum of 3 days a week. In this role, you’ll help us navigate complex commercial contracts, mitigate vendor risks, and scale our international technology and procurement capabilities across high-growth markets. You’ll report to the Senior Director, Associate General Counsel for the UK & Ireland. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING: You’ll be joining the Technology and Procurement team within Commercial Legal. As part of DoorDash’s international legal function, we support our international business across Deliveroo and Wolt markets. The Vendor/Tech team advises on critical matters that keep the business moving forward and are integral to facilitating market-leading initiatives. Whether it’s negotiating a deal to bring innovative technology into the business to support our cutting edge engineering team, managing the roll-out of highly-integrated SaaS platforms across multiple interfaces in many jurisdictions, or supporting the business with BAU contracts, we work closely with our business counterparts to make things happen. Our responsibilities include technology procurement, AI procurement, payment services provider contracts, marketing and advertising procurement, commercial disputes, material outsourcings, strategic projects in vendor management, assisting with policy and handbook drafting and more. As a Senior Counsel, you will consistently provide high-quality, risk-based legal advice across a range of commercial areas. You will build relationships of trust with stakeholders across the business, acting as a true partner to unlock opportunities and manage risk. Here’s what your day-to-day might look like: - Advise on complex commercial transactions: Structure and negotiate a wide range of agreements, from off-the-shelf SaaS contracts to large-scale, multi-jurisdictional business unit outsourcings. You’re comfortable with the uncomfortable - whether that’s taking English law principles you know and collaborating with our external experts to work out the French law equivalent, or working in an entirely new area of law. - Partner cross-functionally: Deliver pragmatic, business-focused legal advice to key stakeholders across Tech, Marketing, People, Finance, and Supply Chain on strategic projects and procurement needs. - Lead legal strategy in working groups: Represent Legal on steering committees to navigate emerging challenges, regulatory changes, and new technology rollouts, owning legal risks from inception to solution. - Synthesise risk for executive leadership: Prepare Executive and Signatory notes that clearly translate complex legal risks into actionable business insights. - Upskill and guide the business: Provide proactive training and advice across evolving topics, including AI risk management, vendor compliance, and financial regulations. We’ll upskill you on technical topics you’re less familiar with, and you’ll quickly find your areas of expertise. - Drive operational excellence: Advocate for legal best practice and continuously improve internal contracting processes to scale efficiency. WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO THRIVE: Essential: - Legal Qualification & Depth: Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with significant experience providing commercial, strategic legal advice to international businesses. - Domain Expertise: Proven track record across core commercial and procurement areas, including technology procurement, AI vendor agreements, payment service provider contracts, and material outsourcings. - Cross-Functional Stakeholder Engagement: Proven ability to build trusted relationships, influence senior leaders, and collaborate effectively within a fast-paced, matrixed global organisation. - Clear, Adaptable Communication: Skilled at distilling complex legal risks for varied audiences—from executive teams to junior team members—and adapting your communication style accordingly. - Pragmatic & Creative Problem Solving: High commercial acumen and a growth mindset, with the drive to find creative, business-first solutions in ambiguous or novel areas of law. Nice to Have: - Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with evolving regulatory frameworks, such as payment services regulations or AI compliance regimes. - In-House Tech Experience: Previous in-house legal experience within a high-growth technology business or an internationally managed/US-owned corporate environment. WHY JOIN US? At Deliveroo, you’ll do work that matters, solving real-world problems in a three-sided marketplace that’s constantly evolving. We’re food lovers, problem solvers, community builders and more, brought together by a shared drive to make things better. Working here you can expect to: 🔧 Make a visible impact every day Your work directly improves experiences for customers, partners and riders. 🌱 Learn fast in an entrepreneurial environment Partner closely with business stakeholders with autonomy, pace and real responsibility. 🧠 Learn something new everyday Stretch yourself, develop new skills and grow as the business evolves. 🌎 Deliver together in an inclusive culture Collaborative, values-driven teams that support how you work best. We aim to create a fair process that lets your skills shine. Our interview process typically includes 3-4 stages. Find more about how we hire here https://careers.deliveroo.co.uk/. OUR GLOBAL STRUCTURE Deliveroo is now part of DoorDash, bringing together teams with even greater reach, scale, and ambition. This role forms part of DoorDash’s international legal function, supporting our international business across Deliveroo and Wolt markets, as well as managing global projects alongside US counterparts. Depending on your role, you may collaborate with teammates, systems, and leaders across DoorDash and Wolt. Together, we’re unlocking new possibilities as one global team. DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION At Deliveroo, we know that a great workplace reflects the world around us and that true diversity and inclusion make us stronger, more creative, and better at what we do. We’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone can do their best work and feel they belong. We believe in equality of opportunity and welcome candidates from all backgrounds regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion, or belief. If you have a disability or long-term health condition and need support to apply for one of our roles, or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, you’ll have the opportunity to let us know once you’ve submitted your application. We’ll share details on how to request support so we can ensure you have a fair and equitable experience. If you’re excited about making a real impact in a fast-moving marketplace and growing your career alongside ambitious, supportive teams, we’d love to hear from you!