Legal Counsel (5-9 PQE) – Payments & Fintech

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company in the payments and technology sector is on the lookout for a Legal Counsel to join their dynamic team in London. This role offers a unique opportunity to navigate the complex regulatory landscape of fintech while supporting the launch of cutting-edge financial products. You will work closely with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and drive strategic partnerships across EMEA. If you are a proactive lawyer with a passion for the evolving world of digital payments, this position will allow you to make a significant impact in a rapidly growing industry.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of PQE in financial services, technology, or corporate/commercial law.
• Strong background in fintech/payments and regulatory advisory.

Responsibilities

• Interpret financial regulations for digital payments and provide legal guidance.
• Negotiate and draft agreements with financial entities and technology partners.

Skills

Regulatory Advisory

Commercial Negotiations

Contracts Management

Legal Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

UK/European-qualified Lawyer

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Legal Counsel (5-9 PQE) – Payments & Fintech, london

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Client:

Space Executive

Location:

london, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

A rapidly growing global payments and technology company is seeking a Legal Counsel to support its expanding footprint across EMEA. This role is based in London and involves working closely with business teams to navigate complex regulatory landscapes, structure strategic partnerships, and drive the rollout of innovative financial products.

If this sounds like your cup of tea, please write in with your latest CV to [emailprotected] , and we'll be in touch shortly.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret and distill financial regulations relevant to digital payments, e-money, and financial institutions, offering actionable legal guidance.
• Engage with stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions to ensure compliance with evolving frameworks in the fintech and payments space.
• Advise on the launch and structuring of new products, ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations while meeting commercial objectives.
• Negotiate and draft agreements with financial entities, technology partners, and other ecosystem players.
• Provide strategic insights on regulatory trends impacting business growth across the region.
• Identify process efficiencies and contribute to enhancing legal workflows.
• Support international expansion by evaluating legal risks in new markets.

Key Requirements:

• UK/European-qualified lawyer with at least 5 years of PQE in financial services, technology, or corporate/commercial law.
• Strong background in regulatory advisory, commercial negotiations, and contracts within fintech/payments is preferred.
• Excellent ability to communicate legal complexities to non-legal teams.
• Proactive mindset with a keen interest in industry developments shaping digital payments and financial technology.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating with a diverse, global team.