Talabat is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world’s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience—fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in around 65 countries worldwide. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index.
Job DescriptionAs a Sr. Manager Legal – Egypt, you will be responsible for overseeing all legal matters and ensuring that the company complies with the legal and regulatory framework in Egypt. In this role, you will support both talabat and instashop, providing expert senior counsel that enables business growth while safeguarding compliance and mitigating risks. Reporting into talabat’s Regional Legal Dept in Dubai, UAE, you will also lead and mentor the local legal team in Egypt, manage external stakeholders, and ensure alignment between legal strategies and business objectives
What's On Your Plate?
● Providing strategic legal guidance to senior management on corporate governance, compliance, commercial contracts, regulatory matters, and litigation/disputes.
● Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, ensuring they align with Egyptian laws and the company’s interests ● Ensuring adherence to Egyptian legal requirements, including corporate, labor, tax, consumer protection and data privacy regulations
● Identifying, assessing and mitigating legal risks, advising on business decisions, and developing practical and commercially sound risk management strategies.
● Managing legal disputes, arbitrations, claims, investigations and settlements to minimize business impact
● Advising on employee contracts, workplace policies, and compliance with labor laws
● Ensuring compliance with corporate governance practices and supporting corporate restructuring, entity management, and Board/shareholder governance activities.
● Leading and mentoring the legal department, ensuring high standards of legal service delivery and professional development
● Managing relationships with external law firms, consultants, and regulatory bodies
● Advising on commercial opportunities and aligning legal strategy with business objectives.
● Partner closely with regional legal, compliance, public affairs, tax, finance, HR, procurement, product, and operations teams to support strategic initiatives and ensure legal alignment across the business.
QualificationsWhat Did We Order?
● Law degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) and valid license to practice in Egypt
● 7+ years of experience in corporate/commercial law, with proven leadership in a legal role
● Prior in-house legal experience is preferred.
● Knowledge of the e-commerce, tech, food delivery, quick commerce or digital sector is a plus.
● Strong knowledge of Egyptian corporate, commercial, employment, consumer protection, tax, and data privacy laws.
● Strong team leadership and mentoring capabilities
● Excellent drafting, negotiation, problem-solving and communication skills in both Arabic and English
● A strategic mindset, in-depth legal knowledge, and a proactive approach to risk management
● The ability to align legal strategies with business goals and support cross-functional initiatives.
● Commercial acumen with the ability to provide pragmatic, business-oriented legal advice.
● Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and stakeholders in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Skills Required
- Law degree (Bachelor's or Master's) and valid license to practice in Egypt
- 7+ years' experience in corporate/commercial law with proven leadership in a legal role
- Prior in-house legal experience
- Knowledge of e-commerce, tech, food delivery, quick commerce or digital sector
- Strong knowledge of Egyptian corporate, commercial, employment, consumer protection, tax, and data privacy laws
- Strong team leadership and mentoring capabilities
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, problem-solving and communication skills in Arabic and English
- Strategic mindset and proactive approach to risk management
- Commercial acumen to provide pragmatic, business-oriented legal advice
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
Delivery Hero Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and everyday support include on-site gym access in Berlin, discounted sports memberships, commuter help, and food vouchers, with hybrid flexibility enhancing day-to-day experience. Feedback suggests these lifestyle perks meaningfully bolster the total package for many corporate roles.
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Healthcare Strength — Mental health and preventive care are emphasized through an Employee Assistance Program, a Headspace subscription, and on-campus health check-ups, with guidance for navigating healthcare in Germany. Some locations also highlight private health insurance, adding depth to the health offering.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Ownership programs feature an employee stock purchase plan with a matching component, and equity is common across corporate roles. Feedback suggests this accessible equity can be a notable part of total compensation in key hubs.
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