Join us in shaping the future of European platform regulation.
Platform Control is an out-of-court dispute resolution body certified under Article 21 of the Digital Services Act (DSA). We adjudicate disputes between users and online platforms, thereby making a direct contribution to the practical enforcement of European platform law.
As part of our team, you’ll work at the intersection of law, technology, and society—in one of the most dynamic areas of European regulation. From day one, you’ll be given responsibility, work largely independently, and engage directly with international online platforms as well as stakeholders from politics, business, and civil society.
We offer you the opportunity to actively shape developments in this highly exciting area of law from the very beginning. This presents an exceptional opportunity—especially for students, law clerks, and those just starting their careers—to take on responsibility early on and contribute to legal issues of significant social relevance. We give you direct access—virtually from the very start—to high-level stakeholders whom you would typically only meet as a partner in a law firm.
A lot of responsibility. Maximum flexibility.
At Platform Control, we work entirely remotely, with flexible hours and a high degree of personal responsibility. We prioritize independent work, quick decision-making, flat hierarchies, and results over simply being present at the office. Since we work remotely and are spread out across Germany, it’s very important to us to get together several times a year in different cities to exchange ideas—both professionally and personally.
Open Positions
Case Review Associate (m/f/d)
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Your Role
As a Case Review Associate, you will independently review and adjudicate disputes between users and online platforms in accordance with Article 21 of the DSA. You will address current issues in European platform law and help shape the practical application of this still-emerging field of law. In the future, you may also take on leadership responsibilities and provide guidance and support to our junior colleagues.
Your Responsibilities
- Independent review and legal assessment of complaints regarding moderation decisions made by major online platforms.
- Drafting legally sound, transparent, and independent dispute resolution decisions.
- Application of the DSA and relevant European and national laws.
- Legal research on current developments in platform law and relevant case law.
- Professional exchange with platforms and internal contacts.
- Coordination with other case decision-makers.
Your Profile
- Successfully passed the first and second state bar exams.
- Strong legal analytical skills and precise written communication.
- Interest in European law, IT law, fundamental rights, and digital regulation.
- Excellent command of German and English.
- An independent and structured approach to work.
Here's what we offer
- Starting salary of at least €70,000 gross per year for full-time employment.
- Full-time or part-time positions are available.
- 100% remote work and flexible work arrangements.
- A high degree of personal responsibility from day one.
- EGYM Wellpass as a corporate benefit and flat hierarchies in a young and dynamic team.
Legal Communications Associate (m/f/d)
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Your Role
As a Legal Communications Associate, you will serve as a key liaison between our legal case management team, the parties to the proceedings, and international online platforms. You will ensure that our dispute resolution proceedings are conducted with legal precision, transparency, and efficiency.
Your Responsibilities
- Management and coordination of out-of-court dispute resolution proceedings pursuant to Article 21 of the DSA.
- Communication with complainants, online platforms, and other parties to the proceedings.
- Review of legal and procedural issues.
- Drafting legal correspondence in German and English.
- Monitoring procedural deadlines and quality assurance.
- Further development of digital processes.
Your Profile
- A degree in law or business law, specifically an LL.B., LL.M., or a law degree.
- Excellent written communication skills in German and English. Knowledge of other European languages is a plus.
- Interest in European platform law and digital business models.
- A structured, meticulous, and independent approach to work.
- A passion for legal communication.
Here's what we offer
- Competitive compensation commensurate with qualifications.
- 100% remote and flexible work hours.
- A position with a high degree of autonomy and an international focus.
- A direct look at how the DSA is used in practice.
- Well-being and a modern work environment.
Student Worker / Research Assistant (m/f/d)
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Your Role
Would you like to work on legal and social issues while you're still in college? As a working student at Platform Control, you’ll gain early insights into European platform regulation and, depending on your field of study, assist us with legal, technical, or regulatory tasks.
Your Responsibilities
- Legal research and preparation for dispute resolution proceedings.
- Further development of digital processes and legal tech applications.
- Analysis of regulatory and political developments at the European level.
- Support in communicating with platforms and stakeholders.
- Contributing to publications and process optimizations.
Your Profile
- Currently pursuing a degree in law, computer science, business informatics, international relations, or a related field.
- Interest in technology, law, and European regulation.
- The ability to work independently and reliably.
- Proficiency in German and English.
- Willingness to take on responsibility early on.
Here's what we offer
- €1,000–2,000 gross per month, depending on the scope of work and qualifications.
- 100% remote.
- Flexible work schedules that take lectures and exam periods into account.
- Challenging tasks rather than purely administrative duties.
- Well-being and early hands-on experience.
Legal Clerkship – Elective Rotation (m/f/d)
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Your elective rotation at Platform Control
Three months at the intersection of law, technology, and platform regulation.
Platform Control offers law clerks the opportunity to complete their elective rotation at a dispute resolution body certified under Article 21 of the DSA. You’ll gain direct insight into the practical application of European platform law and work on real-world disputes between users and international online platforms.
Unlike at many traditional training programs, with us you’ll take on independent legal tasks early on and be able to apply your knowledge directly in practice.
Your Responsibilities
- Independent handling and legal assessment of selected dispute resolution proceedings.
- Drafting legal decisions and opinions.
- Research on current issues in European and national platform law.
- Insights into communication with international platforms and stakeholders.
- Contributing to the further development of the legal basis for decision-making.
Your Profile
- Completed the first state bar exam.
- Currently completing legal clerkship.
- Interested in IT law, European law, fundamental rights, and platform regulation.
- Excellent command of German and English.
- Enjoyment of independent legal work.
Here's what we offer
- 800 € gross per month for each agreed-upon workday per week, subject to applicable regulations governing training and secondary employment.
- 100% remote.
- Active participation in real dispute resolution proceedings.
- Flexible scheduling of work hours.
- Insights into an innovative field of international law.
Recognition as an elective rotation is governed by the applicable state training regulations and must be coordinated in advance with the responsible training institution.
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Legal Clerkship – Part-Time Position (m/f/d)
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The Ideal Part-Time Job During Legal Clerkship
A legally challenging part-time job that fits around your legal clerkship—not the other way around.
At Platform Control, you can gain practical experience in a highly relevant area of law while completing your legal clerkship. We understand that working groups, rotations, and exam preparation take priority.
That's why we offer you maximum flexibility in organizing your work. You can largely set your own schedule; we'll work with you individually to determine the scope of your work and your compensation—depending on what works best for your specific state.
Your Responsibilities
- Legal review of complaints and moderation decisions.
- Preparation of draft decisions and legal opinions.
- Research on current issues related to the DSA and European platform law.
- Support in further developing our dispute resolution practice.
Your Profile
- Completed the first state bar exam.
- Currently completing legal clerkship.
- Interests in European law, IT law, and platform regulation.
- An independent, reliable, and precise work style.
- Excellent command of German and English.
Here's what we offer
- 100% remote work.
- You have a great deal of flexibility in setting your own work schedule.
- Consideration for study groups, clinical rotations, written exams, and exam preparation.
- A scope of work agreed upon on an individual basis and attractive compensation.
- Consideration of state-level regulations regarding secondary employment and the offsetting of compensation.
- Independent legal work with direct practical relevance.