Interim Legal Counsel

Gofractional; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-issued equipment

Comprehensive onboarding and training

Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme

LinkedIn Learning access

Paid leave and flexible benefits

Job summary

Corpay is seeking a junior Interim Legal Counsel to join our global fintech team on a 12-month fixed-term basis, with potential conversion for the right candidate. You will work under the General Counsel and partner with Compliance, Risk, HR, Finance, Product and Operations on a wide range of commercial matters.

The role offers exposure to complex agreements, regulatory matters and corporate governance, with a fast-paced environment and room to grow within a growing legal team.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years post-qualification experience.
• Ability to prioritize multiple matters while delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail and an enthusiastic attitude.

Responsibilities

• BAU work including confidentiality agreements, terms & conditions, drafting legal correspondence, reviewing a broad range of commercial agreements.
• Collaborate with senior legal counsel on large, complex matters including lending, derivatives, litigation and disputes.
• Identify, assess and communicate legal risks with recommendations aligned to Corpay's risk appetite.
• Develop and maintain legal policies, contract templates, governance docs and standard processes.
• Prepare concise risk assessments and executive summaries with impacts and actions.
• Partner with Compliance, Risk, Finance, Product, HR and business leaders to embed legal considerations.
• Perform additional legal projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Prioritization

Attention to detail

Integrity

Education

JD / LLB or equivalent

Job description

Your role

What you'll be doing

Interim Legal Counsel

What We Need

Corpay is currently looking to hire a junior Interim Legal Counsel to join our Legal team on a 12 month fixed-term basis, with the opportunity to move to permanent for the right candidate. This role will provide exposure to a broad range of commercial matters while partnering with business leaders to manage legal risk. The successful candidate will be a professional who thrives in a fast-paced, global fintech environment and who is enthusiastic and willing to learn. This position reports to the General Counsel (or designated Legal leader) and will collaborate with Compliance, Risk, Human Resources, Finance, Product, and Operations teams across the organization.

How We Work

• Company-issued equipment
• Comprehensive onboarding and training
• A growing and establishing legal team
• Exposure to complex commercial and regulatory matters.

Role Responsibilities

• BAU work including confidentiality agreements, T&Cs, drafting legal correspondence, reviewing a broad range of commercial agreements.
• Working closely with senior legal counsel as an additional resource on large complex matters, including lending, derivatives, litigation and disputes.
• Ability to identify, assess, and communicate legal risks, providing recommendations that align with Corpay's risk appetite and business objectives.
• Review, develop, and maintain legal policies, contract templates, governance documentation, and standard legal processes to improve consistency and compliance.
• Prepare concise legal risk assessments and executive summaries outlining potential impacts, mitigation strategies, and recommended actions.
• Partner with Compliance, Risk, Finance, Product, HR, and business leaders to ensure legal considerations are integrated into operational and strategic initiatives.
• Perform additional legal projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• 1-3 Years post qualification experience
• Juris Doctor (JD), LLB, or equivalent law degree
• Ability to prioritize multiple matters while delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail and an enthusiastic attitude.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in commercial, corporate, financial services, fintech, or in-house legal practice an advantage.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Paid annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to buy or sell up to 5 days of annual leave annually through the benefits enrolment window
• Pension scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Access to the Gratitudes benefits platform, offering flexible discounts, supermarket savings of 4-5%, and a range of exclusive employee offers
• Free access to LinkedIn Learning, with thousands of courses to support ongoing professional and personal development

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About Corpay

Corpay is a global technology organization that is leading the future of commercial payments with a culture of innovation that drives us to constantly create new and better ways to pay. Our specialized payment solutions help businesses control, simplify, and secure payment for fuel, general payables, toll and lodging expenses. Millions of people in over 80 countries around the world use our solutions for their payments.

About Corpay

At Corpay, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace where employees are valued for their diverse perspectives, experiences, and contributions. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion strengthen our teams, drive innovation, and support our continued success globally.

Transparency & Compliance

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