JDE is a subsidiary of JDE Peet’s, the world's leading pure-play coffee and tea company, headquartered in The Netherlands. For more than 265 years, JDE has been inspired by the belief that it’s amazing what can happen over a cup of coffee and tea. Today, JDE unleashes the possibilities of coffee and tea in more than 100 countries, through a portfolio of over 50 brands including L’OR, Jacobs, Senseo, Tassimo, Douwe Egberts, OldTown, Super, Pickwick and Moccona.

More details about us:

·        We unleash the possibilities of coffee & tea to create a better future. That’s why every day we look for creative, innovative ways to positively influence the world of coffee and tea around us. We are led by our vision that there’s a coffee & tea for every cup. It’s an expression of enjoyment and personal taste. Everyone should be free to enjoy their coffee, their way.

·        We believe it's amazing what can happen over a cup of coffee or tea. We also believe that a diverse and inclusive culture enables us to serve every coffee and tea lover in the best possible way. By creating an environment where the unique voices of every country, culture and individual are heard, we can grow our business and spark the innovation that creates a better future.

·        We are driven by our passion for coffee and tea, care for people and respect for the environment. We are committed to making a positive impact on society and determined to contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goal that addresses gender inequality (SDG 5). That way, everyone has equal opportunities in the workplace, is able to perform at the highest levels and can realise their full potential.

·        As a Legal Trainee, you will take part in a 12-month learning journey, with the aim of becoming familiar with JDE’s business processes from the Legal department perspective. This role is based in Bucharest.

·        You have the opportunity to rotate through Corporate Affairs and Sustainability as well, gaining one-of-a-kind combined knowledge that is very valuable and rare on the market.

·        Develop an in-depth understanding of in-house lawyer activities and processes, together with hands-on business acumen.

·        Benefit from continuous on-the-job experience and input.

·        Familiarize yourself with multinational company structure & culture. 

Responsibilities / Key Activities

·        You will be supporting the exciting implementation of new technology and tools for contract management.

·        You will participate in GDPR-related processes, learning to work with relevant teams & systems.

·        You will experience day-to-day legal matters handling such as commercial & corporate law matters.

·        You will contribute to communicating legal topics in a practical, easy to understand and engaging manner.

• Student or fresh Law graduate (BSc or MSc) looking for a traineeship program.
• Excellent English proficiency in both writing and speaking.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, ability to synthetize and extract the essence.
• Comfortable working with MS Office and open to learn new systems.
• Practical spirit, can-do attitude, interest in business.

Romania JACOBS Traineeship Program is a 12-month paid program, with a full-time flexible schedule, office-based in Bucharest, that enables you to work directly within your chosen department. Your learning journey will include brief periods of working in other departments/ business areas, which are directly relevant for your development. This will provide you with a complete experience of what JDE is all about and highlight the relevance of your trainee role in the greater context of the business. This experience can represent the ticket to a future career at JDE. 

·        You will be guided by functional experts and get a detailed understanding of in-house lawyer activity.

·        You will have specific objectives throughout the program, which you will set in collaboration with your functional ambassador.

·        You will get a leadership team member as your Mentor – an invaluable resource in determining the long-term development of your career at JDE.

·        You will receive feedback every step of the way and get the opportunity to share yours.

Your progress can be your ticket to a job at JDE.