CareerPlan

Legal Counsel

LondonFull-time2026-10-16 → 2026-11-11
Hybrid

Core

Legal Counsel supporting the Legal & Compliance function in building a world-class legal and regulatory infrastructure for a global payments network, advising on legal risks and contracting with customers for regulated payment services.

Role type

Senior in-house legal counsel (payments & compliance)

Builds

Global legal and regulatory infrastructure for a real-time payment network connecting mobile wallets, stablecoin wallets, and bank accounts.

Domain

Fintech / Global Payments / Regulatory Compliance

Required skills

Legal negotiation, contract drafting, regulatory compliance, M&A due diligence, commercial contracting, privacy law, intellectual property law, horizon scanning

Preferred skills

Experience in a fast-paced environment, ability to work independently and as part of a team, adaptability to changing corporate environments

Technologies

SmartX Treasury System, Fortress Compliance Platform

Responsibilities

Provide legal advice and support for all business areas including commercial contracting, product development, payments, sales and marketing; monitor and respond to statutory, regulatory and policy changes; play an active role in M&A activities including negotiation, due-diligence and closing; ensure compliance with internal policies and rules; liaise between departments and anticipate their requirements.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC