Legal Counsel

Ecommpay; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the payments industry seeks a Qualified Solicitor to provide expert legal advice and manage commercial matters. The role involves negotiating contracts, conducting legal research, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. With a hybrid working environment based in London, this position offers a competitive salary and the chance to participate in a dynamic team focused on growth and innovation.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment

Contribute to a leading company's growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years Post Qualification Experience (PQE) in commercial law.
• Strong understanding of UK payments industry regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and draft complex commercial contracts.
• Conduct legal research and provide advice on regulations.
• Identify and manage legal risks in business initiatives.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract Drafting

Legal Research

Risk Management

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)

Job description

About the Role:

In this exciting role, you will play a pivotal part in supporting our business objectives by providing expert legal advice and managing a diverse range of commercial matters related to the payments industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Negotiate and draft complex commercial contracts, including merchant and supplier agreements, ensuring they align with our business goals and mitigate risk.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to provide timely and accurate advice on relevant regulations and industry trends within the payments sector.
• Proactively identify, assess, and manage legal risks associated with new business initiatives and ongoing operations.
• Liaise effectively with internal stakeholders across different departments, including sales, product, and compliance.
• Stay up-to-date with the evolving legal landscape of the payments industry, including relevant case law and regulatory changes.

Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with a minimum of 2 years Post Qualification Experience (PQE).
• Strong understanding of commercial law principles with a proven track record of successfully negotiating and drafting complex commercial contracts.
• In-depth knowledge of the UK payments industry regulations and a keen interest in staying current with emerging trends.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while also effectively collaborating within a team environment.
• A proactive and results-oriented individual with a strong eye for detail and accuracy.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Be part of a team at the forefront of the payments industry.
• Contribute to the continued growth and success of a leading company.

Additional Notes:

• This role requires a minimum of 2 years PQE in a relevant commercial law practice.
• Experience in the payments industry is highly desirable but not mandatory.
• Hybrid Working Environment with HQ in London
• Occasional travel to offices in EU required