Senior Counsel - Product

Mastercard; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in London is seeking a Senior Counsel - Product to join its Law Department. This role requires a qualified lawyer with over 8 years of experience in commercial IP/IT to guide innovative product teams and ensure compliance throughout the product lifecycle. The position involves leading negotiations and collaborating across teams to deliver industry-standard solutions. Join us and help shape the future of commerce, while working in a culture that values inclusion and innovation.

Benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Collaborative culture

Impactful products globally

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with significant experience in commercial IP / IT.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments.
• Positive and flexible team player committed to company values.

Responsibilities

• Advise on product lifecycle from concept to launch ensuring compliance.
• Lead complex technology and commercial transactions.
• Collaborate with legal teams on regulatory considerations.
• Guide product development teams with practical solutions.
• Review marketing for legal alignment.
• Provide risk analysis to senior management.

Skills

Strong drafting and negotiation skills

Experience with product development

Good communication skills

Creative problem-solving

Strong business judgment

Education

Qualified lawyer (common law jurisdiction)

8+ years experience in commercial IP / IT

Job description

Our Purpose

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.

Title and Summary

Senior Counsel - Product. At Mastercard Services, we go beyond payments. We deliver cutting‑edge solutions that help businesses, financial institutions, and governments unlock growth and manage risk. By combining deep industry expertise, advanced technology and data‑driven insights, we enable smarter decisions and better outcomes worldwide.

Join us and be part of a global team shaping the future of commerce.

All About the Team

We are seeking a strategic, business‑minded Product Counsel to join our Law Department in London. In this role, you will partner with innovative teams across Business Intelligence and Consumer Acquisition & Engagement, advising on transformative products that reach millions of consumers globally. Reporting to the Senior Managing Counsel, you will influence product strategy and help deliver solutions that set industry standards.

All About the Role

• Advise across the product lifecycle – from concept to global launch – ensuring compliance while enabling innovation.
• Lead complex technology and commercial transactions, including drafting and negotiating customer agreements, vendor contracts, licensing arrangements and strategic partnerships.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Privacy, IP, Regulatory and Regional legal teams to address legal, regulatory and commercial considerations.
• Guide product development teams, spotting issues early and delivering practical, business‑oriented solutions.
• Review marketing and communications to ensure alignment with legal and brand standards.
• Provide strategic risk analysis to senior management, balancing legal requirements with business objectives.

All About You

• Qualified lawyer (common law jurisdiction) with 8+ years’ experience in commercial IP / IT at a reputable law firm or in‑house.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills; experience with product development, data privacy and international work is an asset.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced, global environment.
• Excellent business judgement and creative problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communicator with a proactive, solutions‑oriented mindset.
• Positive, flexible team player committed to Mastercard’s values of decency, inclusion and innovation.

Why Join Us?

• Work on products that impact millions globally.
• Collaborate with diverse teams across regions.
• Be part of a culture that values innovation, inclusion and growth.
• Access continuous learning and development opportunities to advance your career.

Corporate Security Responsibility

• Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices;
• Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
• Report any suspected information security violation or breach;
• Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.