Corporate Counsel

Global Payments; Atlanta (GA); On-site; MXN 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Global benefits

Career growth

Learning opportunities

Supportive team

Community involvement

Employee assistance program

Recognition platform

Job summary

Global Payments is hiring a senior contract manager to own the contract lifecycle, assess risk and lead negotiations with clients and vendors across our global payments platform.

You will influence senior leadership, shape contract strategy, and drive improvements in processes and templates to reduce risk while supporting growth. A strong background in contract management and legal operations is essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant professional experience in contract management, legal operations or related field.
• 3 to 4 years of supervisory experience, with ability to lead teams through complex work.
• Strong contractual and commercial judgment to interpret terms and drive business decisions.

Responsibilities

• Own the contract lifecycle: drafting, reviewing and approving legal documents reflecting negotiated terms.
• Drive commercial and contractual risk management by assessing agreements and providing clear guidance.
• Lead negotiations and client relationships as strategic contract liaison with clients and vendors.
• Influence senior leadership by translating complex terms into actionable recommendations.

Skills

Contract management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Legal operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Every day, Global Payments makes it possible for millions of people to move money between buyers and sellers using our payments solutions for credit, debit, prepaid and merchant services. Our worldwide team helps over 3 million companies, more than 1,300 financial institutions and over 600 million cardholders grow with confidence and achieve amazing results. We are driven by our passion for success and we are proud to deliver best-in-class payment technology and software solutions. Join our dynamic team and make your mark on the payments technology landscape of tomorrow. Ready to take your career global?

At Global Payments, you can shape how businesses and people connect through commerce. As a leader in contract management, you’ll play a critical role in protecting our contractual position while creating smarter, more effective ways to manage risk, meet regulatory requirements and deliver strong outcomes for our clients.

What you’ll own

• Own the contract lifecycle by drafting, reviewing and approving legal documents that accurately reflect negotiated terms, protect Global Payments’ contractual position and meet legal, regulatory and internal policy requirements.
• Drive commercial and contractual risk management by assessing agreements, interpreting rights and obligations, and providing clear guidance that enables informed business decisions.
• Lead complex negotiations and client relationships by acting as a strategic contract liaison with clients and vendors, resolving conflicts and achieving outcomes that balance commercial priorities, client expectations and Global Payments’ interests.
• Influence senior leadership by translating complex contractual terms and requirements into clear recommendations, helping leaders make confident decisions and navigate changing business and regulatory priorities.
• Shape the future of contract management by identifying opportunities created by technology, regulatory, audit and business changes, then driving improvements to processes, procedures and templates that increase efficiency and reduce risk.
• Lead high-impact legal initiatives by defining scope, setting priorities, assigning resources and serving as an escalation point for complex projects and research requests, ensuring teams deliver against business and Legal priorities.
• Build and evolve contract management technology by leading the technical resources responsible for the systems used by the Legal department, creating a more effective and scalable contract management experience.
• Influence the long-term direction of the function through strategic planning, recommendations for the contract management organization and input into cost center budgeting, creating a strong foundation for continued growth.

What you bring

• 8+ years of relevant professional experience, with a strong track record in contract management, legal operations or a related field.
• 3 to 4 years of supervisory experience, with the ability to set direction, develop talent, prioritize resources and lead teams through complex work.
• A bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited university. Relevant professional experience may be considered in place of a degree.
• Strong contractual and commercial judgment, with the ability to interpret complex terms, assess risk and turn legal requirements into practical business decisions.
• Proven leadership across complex, cross‑functional initiatives, bringing together Legal, business stakeholders, leadership and technical teams to achieve shared outcomes.
• Clear, confident communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at different levels and build productive relationships with clients, vendors, attorneys and senior leaders.
• It’s a bonus if you have
• Experience within the payments, credit card processing or financial services industry.
• A curious, innovative mindset, with the drive to identify better ways of working, adapt to change and create contract management solutions that strengthen the business.

About the team

You’ll work at the intersection of Legal, leadership and the business, influencing decisions that have a meaningful impact across Global Payments. You’ll lead complex initiatives, build strong partnerships with clients and vendors, and bring your judgment and commercial perspective to an evolving global business. In this role, you’ll own the contract management function and its impact on our business. You’ll shape contractual strategies, drive improvements that reduce risk and increase efficiency, create opportunities to strengthen how we work, and lead outcomes that protect Global Payments while meeting client and regulatory needs. You’ll influence senior leaders, guide high‑impact projects and help shape the future of commerce.

Our perks – what we’ll bring for you

We know it’s bigger than just your career. It’s your life, and your world. That’s why we offer global benefits and programs to support you at every stage. Here’s a taste of what you can expect.

• A competitive salary and benefits package that recognizes your contribution.
• Opportunities to grow your skills and build your career within a global business.
• Access to learning, development and on‑the‑job experiences that expand your expertise.
• A supportive, inclusive team environment where your ideas and input matter.
• Time to give back through community and charity initiatives.
• A global employee assistance programme to support your wellbeing.
• Recognition through a global platform that celebrates your achievements.

What makes a Globalpayer?

Globalpayers think like a client, act like an owner and win as one team. We’re curious and innovative — always finding better ways to deliver impact. We empower each other to make decisions, and it’s our passion that drives excellence in everything we set out to do. Come and be part of an ever‑evolving company and get dynamic opportunities that go beyond borders.

Does this sound like you? Then you sound like a Globalpayer.

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