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About the Role
OpenTable is seeking a pragmatic, business-forward Associate Counsel - Growth & Partnerships to join its Legal team. This role will support a fast-paced legal function by managing commercial transactions and providing global marketing and advertising law guidance. It is ideal for an attorney who can operate independently, balance legal risk with commercial objectives, and deliver timely legal support across marketing, media, and intellectual property initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate international commercial agreements including marketing, advertising, partnerships, licensing, content, vendor, client, NDA, and service agreements.
- Review and approve advertising and marketing materials for compliance with global legal requirements.
- Advise on brand and intellectual property matters, including trademark, copyright, content clearance, licensing, and rights of publicity.
- Advise cross-functional teams on global regulatory and marketing compliance obligations.
- Provide sound and timely advice on legal and other risks, recommending strategic solutions.
- Help develop scalable legal resources such as templates, playbooks, and self-service tools.
- Liaise with cross-functional team members, legal colleagues, and outside counsel as needed.
Requirements
- Qualified solicitor or barrister in England & Wales (or equivalent qualification).
- 3+ years' experience supporting marketing, advertising, and commercial contracting functions.
- 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 is a plus.
- 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.
Skills
- Marketing law
- Advertising law
- Commercial contracting
- Intellectual property
- Trademark
- Copyright
- Negotiation
- Risk management
- Communication
Location
- London, UK
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- 3+ years
Education Level
- Qualified solicitor or barrister in England & Wales (or equivalent qualification)
Benefits
- 5 weeks paid vacation
- Private health & dental insurance
- Work from (almost) anywhere for up to 20 days per year
- Company-paid therapy sessions
- Company-paid subscription to Headspace
- Annual company-wide week off
- Paid parental leave
- Time off for your birthday
- Paid volunteer time
- 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
About the Company
- 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 defines our culture.
Equal Opportunity
- 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.