Remote Legal & Compliance Counsel for Growth Startups

Whizz; Polska; Remote; PLN 699,000 - 932,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

WeWork coworking

Leadership of legal function

Competitive salary

Job summary

Whizz is a US-focused e-bike subscription startup seeking a Head of Legal to build and lead the legal function remotely. You will provide strategic legal support, draft and negotiate contracts, and guide leadership on regulatory matters as the company scales.

The role requires senior-level experience in fast‑growth environments, strong risk management, and a proactive, hands-on approach to complex legal challenges across product launches and market expansions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior legal role in a startup or high-growth company.
• A proactive, resourceful mindset and ability to deliver practical advice.
• Strong ability to interpret laws and regulatory materials.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day legal support, draft and review contracts.
• Advise leadership on legal and regulatory matters.
• Lead debt recovery efforts, including letters, negotiations, and lawsuits.
• Handle litigation and represent the company or coordinate with external counsel.
• Ensure compliance of new products and market expansions with local requirements.

Skills

Project management

Legal analysis

Regulatory research

Contract drafting

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Whizz is a US-focused e-bike subscription startup seeking a Head of Legal to build and lead the legal function remotely. You will provide strategic legal support, draft and negotiate contracts, and guide leadership on regulatory matters as the company scales.

The role requires senior-level experience in fast‑growth environments, strong risk management, and a proactive, hands-on approach to complex legal challenges across product launches and market expansions.