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# Legal & Compliance Intern at Emma – The Sleep Company

- **Company:** Emma – The Sleep Company
- **Location:** Lisbon, Portugal
- **Employment:** internship
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-10-27
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-01
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/emma-sleep/8aa80a33-ec63-4a35-9a04-020c7e84338e

## Job description

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.

## About Emma – The Sleep Company

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Emma – The Sleep Company is the world’s largest direct-to-consumer sleep brand, designing and selling mattresses and sleep accessories in over 35 countries.
- **Entity Type**: Private (backed by FRANZ HANIEL & CIE. GMBH; one prior funding round)
- **Headquarters**: Frankfurt am Main, Germany
- **Founded**: 2015
- **Founders**: Not publicly disclosed in available sources

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Retail / Consumer Sleep Products (D2C)
- **Target customers**: B2C – end consumers looking for better sleep comfort
- **Mission**: “Enhance people's sleep” and “Awaken your best every day” through innovative sleep products.

## Products & Services
- **Emma Mattress (Original & Hybrid)**: Multi-layer foam and hybrid mattresses featuring proprietary AirGrid lattice technology for breathability, pressure relief, and support. Sold with a 100‑day free trial.
- **Pillows, Mattress Toppers & Bedding**: Complementary sleep comfort products.
- **Physical Retail Stores**: 25+ stores across Europe offering in‑person tryouts.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of $500M+ (LinkedIn estimate)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Parent company is FRANZ HANIEL & CIE. GMBH, a German industrial group.
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Headcount of 1,002 employees (+9.4% YoY as of 2025)
  - Operations in 20+ countries with 4 global offices (Frankfurt, Lisbon, Manila, Mexico City)
  - 1.5 million mattresses sold in 2020; now available in 35+ countries
  - Transitioning from e‑commerce into sleep tech

## Competitive Advantages
- **Proprietary AirGrid Technology**: A lattice structure that combines memory‑foam pressure relief with enhanced breathability and responsiveness.
- **Strong Brand Recognition**: Recommended by leading consumer associations in EMEA, APAC, and the Americas.
- **Test‑and‑Learn Culture**: Data‑driven, hypothesis‑led execution that allows rapid iteration.
- **Global Direct‑to‑Consumer Model**: Vertical integration from design to delivery, bypassing traditional retail mark‑ups.

## Strategic Focus
- **Sleep Tech Expansion**: Moving beyond mattresses into technology‑driven sleep solutions (careers page lists “Transform sleep through tech” as a key area).
- **Offline Retail Growth**: Expanding physical store presence across Europe to complement online sales.
- **International Scaling**: Continued market entry (e.g., Taiwan & Hong Kong) and deepening local operations.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: “Start‑up heart with corporate power” – high ownership, bias for action, data‑informed decision making.
- **Hybrid & Flexibility**: Office‑first with up to 40% home office (22 home office days per quarter), flexible hours, pet policy in EU & Mexico offices.
- **Learning & Growth**: 70-20-10 model (70% hands‑on, 20% mentorship/coaching, 10% workshops). Access to 40+ mentors, 300+ self‑paced courses, and above‑benchmark coaching investment.
- **Diverse Community**: 900+ employees from 70+ nationalities, offices across 3 continents.
- **Compensation & Rating**: LinkedIn rating 3.4/5 (982 reviews) – strengths in work‑life balance (3.5) and culture (3.3), compensation rated lower (2.9).

## Sources
1. [team.emma-sleep.com](https://team.emma-sleep.com/about-emma)
2. [jobs.lever.co](https://jobs.lever.co/emma-sleep)
3. [team.emma-sleep.com](https://team.emma-sleep.com/life-at-emma)
4. [teams.emma-sleep.com](https://teams.emma-sleep.com/)
5. [linkedin.com](https://de.linkedin.com/company/lifeatemma)

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