At Picnic, we’re building the future of grocery shopping. Through cutting-edge technology and data-driven innovation, we challenge the status quo, set the standard for the industry, and turn ambition into impact at scale. We move fast, think big, and redefine what’s possible. If you’re a passionate law student or graduate, we’re offering you the opportunity to join the Legal team at our Amsterdam HQ.
In a nutshellPicnic is growing rapidly and faces bigger and more complex legal challenges every day. We are looking for a Dutch Legal Assistant to join our legal team in Amsterdam. You will work on a wide range of issues, both independently and in collaboration with other members of our legal team, as well as the business teams. Unlike a traditional legal student internship, you won’t be watching from the sidelines. At Picnic, you are an integral part of the team and will make impact on our business from day one. Whether you’ll aim for a career in a law firm or elsewhere, these experiences will definitely kickstart your career.
Tricks of the tradeYou will handle a variety of tasks that go beyond your law studies: from leveraging AI within our team and improving (legal) processes to supporting our day-to-day legal operations
You will quickly gain ownership of legal projects from start to finish, ranging from smaller, ad hoc matters to larger cross-functional initiatives
You will review, draft and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts,
You will work closely with other teams such as Finance, Marketing, Commercial, Customer Success and Operations
You are currently enrolled in a master’s in Dutch law (HBO or WO) or have recently graduated
You are fluent, both verbally and in writing, in English and Dutch
You are available for at least 4 to 6 months, for 4 or 5 days a week
You are proactive and hands-on: you take initiative, think ahead, and actively look for ways to contribute to the team
You are analytically strong, able to assess situations quickly and translate them into clear, concise, and practical solution-oriented advice
Relevant internship or work experience (e.g. in-house, law firm, etc.) is a plus
You are enthusiastic, energetic, and motivated to help build the best milkman on earth!
🚀Every expert was once a beginner!
You’ll get plenty of opportunities to challenge yourself and grow, including the Picnic Tech Academy, Lunch & Learn sessions, and tailored soft skills training. We also offer free professional weekly language courses.
🌍Make a difference
You’ll work in an awesome startup environment with the freedom to drive your own projects and create a visible impact. Our fully electric vehicles and sustainable business model mean you’ll also be contributing to making the world a better place!
🤝Teamwork makes the dream work
With more than 80 nationalities across 3 countries, you’ll be part of a diverse company with plenty of cool stuff to get involved with, from board game evenings to after-work drinks to our company ski trip and more!
🥗Fresh Lunch, coffee, and snacks
Our offices are equipped with fully-fledged coffee bars and a kitchen and chefs. They prepare delicious fresh and warm lunches every day so you can keep your energy up.
💪Stay healthy
Mental health is important. As well as having the option to speak with Picnic colleagues who act as confidential advisors, our collaboration with OpenUp gives you easy access to professional psychologists, along with workshops and materials.
There are plenty of sports communities and events to get involved with, from tennis to yoga to climbing!
💰Attractive package
You’ll receive a gross hourly wage of €16,75 (all inclusive), along with a laptop to support your work. Travel costs can also be reimbursed, depending on your location.
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled in a master's in Dutch law or recently graduated
- Fluent in English and Dutch, both verbally and in writing
- Available for at least 4 to 6 months, 4 or 5 days a week
- Proactive and hands-on, demonstrating initiative
- Strong analytical skills, able to provide clear advice
- Relevant internship or work experience is a plus
What We Do
At Picnic, we’re revolutionizing the way people buy groceries. Our affordable and sustainable service is made possible by our passionate people, cutting-edge technology, efficient planning, and, of course, our fleet of iconic electric vehicles! It’s why our customer base is growing rapidly across the Netherlands, Germany, and France. One of the things that makes Picnic different is that we handle almost everything in-house: forecasting, developing our first automated warehouse and new electric Picnic vehicles, internal and customer-facing applications—the list goes on. It gives us more freedom when it comes to trying out new and innovative ideas, which is something we do a lot! We love to challenge ourselves and learn new things. Our teams have access to various meetups, language classes, ‘Lunch & Learn’ sessions, our very own Tech Academy, and tailored soft-skills training. Professional development is as important to us as the service we provide to our customers. As a diverse team made up of over 80 nationalities, there are always plenty of activities to get involved with, whether you’re into sports, board games, charitable causes, dancing (at our legendary Picnic festival), or licorice tasting—yes, even that! Our scale-up culture means you get to own your role and bring fresh ideas to the table. So, if you’re looking for an opportunity to make a real difference, get in touch—we’d love to hear from you.
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