Legal & Compliance InternEmma – The Sleep Company

Legal & Compliance Intern

Location: Portugal
Workplace: Hybrid
Job type: Full Time / Intern
Salary: €1250-1250/month
Posted: Posted October 27, 2026

Ready to lead, disrupt and reinvent the sleep industry?

We are Emma – The Sleep Company. Founded in 2015, we have grown into the world’s largest direct-to-consumer (D2C) sleep brand, with a presence in over 20 markets and more than 35 Emma stores across Europe. 

Our mission is simple: to develop sleep comfort products that empower our customers to awaken their best every day. Today, our products are trusted by millions and recommended by leading consumer associations worldwide. 

It’s our people who bring this mission to life. At Emma, you’ll join a driven, international team that values ownership, collaboration, and continuous knowledge sharing. With colleagues from over 70 nationalities, we combine diverse perspectives with a shared ambition to learn, grow, and create lasting impact, together. 

Ready to awaken your best with us?

What you'll do :

You will support ongoing consumer litigation by conducting legal research, preparing case materials, and assisting with the drafting of legal documents.
You will contribute to Legal & Compliance projects, including corporate governance, entity management, maintaining corporate records, and ensuring timely filings with relevant authorities.
You will draft, review, and manage commercial contracts, including NDAs and influencer agreements, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and internal policies while coordinating contract execution and maintaining legal tech solutions.
You will support data protection compliance by handling Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) and assisting with other privacy-related matters.
You will support intellectual property (IP) protection and enforcement, including trademark monitoring and reviewing copyright, image, and voice rights related to marketing materials and AI-generated content.
You will contribute to AI governance and legal automation initiatives by reviewing AI tools and use cases, maintaining governance documentation, tracking assessments, and testing automated legal workflows.

Who we are looking for :

You have completed a Bachelor's degree in Law; a completed Master's degree is considered a plus.
You have a solid understanding of legal principles, particularly in contract law, intellectual property, and AI, with knowledge of consumer protection and data protection law considered an advantage.
You are interested in AI governance, legal technology, and improving legal processes through innovation and automation.
You have excellent written and verbal communication skills, are fluent in English, and demonstrate strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
You are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with familiarity with document management systems, AI tools, or automation platforms considered a plus; previous professional experience is valued.
You are available to work full-time, can manage changing priorities in a fast-paced international environment, and thrive both independently and collaboratively within a team.

What we offer :

A competitive Package of 1250€ monthly ( including meal allowance and Coverflex benefits)
Employee discount on Emma products for yourself, friends and family (applicable in all EU markets)
Private health insurance including dental care
In-house Portuguese classes from beginner to advanced level
A combination of personal and company growth to accelerate your career and help you reach your goals
The chance to work on exciting and challenging projects either independently or as part of a dedicated, international team
Responsibility and decision-making authority from day one—you'll create an impact with new, innovative ideas and help shape our company DNA
To work and learn from experts in diverse fields and get to know your team members at exciting company events

Become an Emmie

We are on a mission to become No.1 in the world of sleep, and we’re looking for driven, ambitious people to help us shape what’s next. If you’re curious, hands-on, and ready to challenge the status quo, you’ll find the space here to make things happen and create real impact. 

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building an inclusive workplace. We celebrate diversity and consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnic origin, religion or belief, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

Our aim is to get back to you within a few days. Due to the high volume of applications, there may be slight delays, but we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.  

Upon your consent, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as get the interviews transcript and summarised by AI. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgement. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please reach out to [email protected]

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