Legal Counsel- Temporary position

Optibus is seeking a Temporary Legal Counsel in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel, to cover maternity leave. The role involves managing a variety of legal matters, drafting agreements, and advising global teams. Candidates should have a law degree, bar admission in Israel, and at least 2 years of legal experience. The position allows for a hybrid work environment, with remote work options available.
We are looking for a proactive and responsive Temporary Legal Counsel to cover for a maternity leave. This is a standalone legal role supporting a global business, ideal for a hands-on legal professional who is comfortable working independently and managing a wide range of legal matters across multiple jurisdictions.

The successful candidate will act as the sole legal contact in the company during the coverage period and must be comfortable advising various teams with business-minded, risk-aware guidance.

Responsibilities:
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including sales, vendor, partnership, licensing, and NDAs.
• Serve as the go-to legal advisor for global business functions including sales, operations, HR, product, and finance.
• Monitor and manage legal risk across the organization, providing practical and timely advice.
• Handle corporate housekeeping matters, contract lifecycle management, and ensure documentation is well organized.
• Support compliance initiatives, including data privacy, regulatory obligations, and internal policy reviews.
• Coordinate with external counsel on specialized matters or local jurisdictional issues.
• Maintain responsiveness and clarity in communications, ensuring business continuity and timely support.

Requirements :
• Law degree from a reputable institution and bar admission in Israel.
• 2 years of legal experience, ideally including in-house counsel work.
• Strong understanding of commercial law.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver practical solutions under tight timelines.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, business-partnering mindset.
• Prior experience in a fast-paced or scaling environment.

Nice to Have:
• Experience working in a tech or digital business environment.
• Familiarity with data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
• Previous experience as sole counsel or in a small legal team.

About Optibus:

Optibus is a unified software platform revolutionizing public transportation planning, scheduling, and operations in over 6,000 cities worldwide. Using AI, ML, and optimization algorithms, it empowers agencies to design more efficient, equitable, and sustainable transit networks, enhancing passenger access, reducing emissions, and improving driver conditions. With offices globally and a team of 350+ employees, Optibus fosters a collaborative culture centered on innovation, determination, and impact. As the first unicorn in public transportation technology, Optibus is driving the modernization of mass transit to make it the preferred choice for cities and passengers alike.

Why Join Optibus?
• Be part of a company revolutionizing public transportation with cutting-edge technology.
• Collaborate with global teams passionate about sustainability and innovation.
• Enjoy a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture that values growth and creativity.
• We offer a hybrid work environment, with employees expected to be in the office two days a week. The remaining days can be worked remotely to support work-life balance and flexibility.

Optibus is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire talented individuals, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, cultural background, religious beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. It is our responsibility at Optibus to provide an inclusive and accessible interview experience for all. We will provide reasonable accommodations for all candidates in need of individualised support during the hiring process.