Senior Commercial Lawyer

at  Ecommpay

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.

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.