Legal Counsel

Investa; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Fiserv is seeking a Legal Counsel for ANZ based in Sydney to provide strategic legal guidance across contracts, governance, IP, data privacy and regulatory matters. The role supports commercial negotiations, develops compliant policies, manages disputes, and drafts essential agreements to safeguard the company's interests in Australia and the wider ANZ region.

You will collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, mentor junior counsel, and help shape initiatives in a fast‑paced fintech

Qualifications

• 6+ years of legal advisory experience in technology, payments, banking or fintech.
• Proven lead negotiator with experience across contractual and regulatory matters.
• Licensed to practice law in Australia and able to advise cross‑border matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal advice on contracts, governance and regulatory matters.
• Draft, review and negotiate contracts and other legal documents.
• Manage regulatory compliance, disputes and liaison with authorities.
• Develop and maintain legal templates and precedents.
• Advise on product design, distribution and lifecycle regulatory requirements.
• Lead training and support senior management on compliance risk.

Skills

Legal advisory

Contract drafting

Regulatory compliance

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

Law degree with Australian license

Job description

Legal Counsel - ANZ

Posted 5 days ago

Job Description

Calling all innovators - find your future at Fiserv.
We're Fiserv, a global leader in Fintech and payments, and we move money and information in a way that moves the world. We connect financial institutions, corporations, merchants, and consumers to one another millions of times a day - quickly, reliably, and securely. Any time you swipe your credit card, pay through a mobile app, or withdraw money from the bank, we're involved. If you want to make an impact on a global scale, come make a difference at Fiserv.

What does a successful Legal Counsel do at Fiserv?

As a Legal Counsel at Fiserv, you will provide legal advice on a wide range of areas including contracts, corporate governance, intellectual property, data privacy, mergers and acquisitions activities, regulatory matters, employment matters, and day-to-day legal advisory function support. You will support commercial negotiations, stay updated on industry regulations, manage disputes, develop legal documentation.

What you will do:

• Provide strategic legal advice to the management team on business decisions, contracts, and regulatory implications.
• Ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements, company law, and other applicable statutes.
• Identify potential legal and regulatory risks, develop mitigation strategies, and implement robust compliance programs.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to safeguard the company's interests.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, ensuring timely filings, audits, and responses to notices.
• Develop and improve legal templates and precedents.
• Enhance legal operations and processes.
• Advise on product design, distribution, lifecycle management and any regulatory requirements.
• Establish and maintain internal policies to promote a culture of compliance and ethical conduct.
• Oversee and manage legal disputes, litigation, and arbitration, coordinating with external counsel as needed.
• Conduct training sessions for employees to ensure understanding of legal and compliance requirements.
• Develop monitoring frameworks for senior management on compliance status and legal risks.
• Assist with any mergers and acquisitions activities in the region.

What you will need to have:

• Hold an internationally recognized law degree with an active license to practice law in Australia.
• 6+ years of experience in providing legal advisory in the technology, payment, banking, or fintech industry.
• 6+ years of experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and legal documents.
• 6+ years of experience in managing legal disputes and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated success as a lead negotiator and an ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at various organizational levels.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

Fiserv is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law.