APAC Lead Counsel - Global Payments Network

Capital One (Europe) plc; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pension

Performance bonus

25 days holiday

Private medical insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

Capital One Europe plc in London is seeking an experienced Lead Counsel for APAC to drive legal strategy and support expansion of the Global Payments Network across Asia-Pacific. You will act as a strategic partner, delivering actionable guidance on complex transactions in a high-velocity environment.

As a qualified solicitor with 6+ years PQE, you will collaborate with Risk, Compliance, and external counsel, balancing risk and business objectives while leading cross-functional teams in a hybrid

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with 6+ years PQE; Singapore qualification a plus.
• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements.
• Experience in financial services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead APAC legal strategy for Global Payments Network.
• Draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements.
• Collaborate with Risk and Compliance, oversee external counsel.
• Provide strategic legal guidance to business stakeholders.

Skills

Post-qualification experience

Commercial contracting

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Regulatory awareness

Team leadership

Education

Qualified solicitor (Singapore qualification a plus)

Job description

Capital One Europe plc in London is seeking an experienced Lead Counsel for APAC to drive legal strategy and support expansion of the Global Payments Network across Asia-Pacific. You will act as a strategic partner, delivering actionable guidance on complex transactions in a high-velocity environment.

As a qualified solicitor with 6+ years PQE, you will collaborate with Risk, Compliance, and external counsel, balancing risk and business objectives while leading cross-functional teams in a hybrid