Legal Counsel, EMEA

The world of payment processing is rapidly evolving, and businesses are looking for loyal and strategic partners, to help them grow.

Meet Nuvei, the Canadian fintech company accelerating the business of clients around the world. Nuvei's modular, flexible and scalable technology allows leading companies to accept next-gen payments, offer all payout options and benefit from card issuing, banking, risk and fraud management services. Connecting businesses to their customers in more than 200 markets, with local acquiring in 50 markets, 150 currencies and 700 alternative payment methods, Nuvei provides the technology and insights for customers and partners to succeed locally and globally with one integration.

At Nuvei, we live our core values, and we thrive on solving complex problems. We’re dedicated to continually improving our product and providing relentless customer service. We are always looking for exceptional talent to join us on the journey!

Your Mission

Nuvei is currently seeking a lawyer based in the EU to fill a permanent position as Legal Counsel, EMEA. The ideal candidate has 5-7years of experience working as a commercial attorney out of which at least 3 in or for regulated industries, such as payments, fintech or financial services companies. We are seeking a colleague who is resourceful, autonomous and efficient. This person has great ease working alone as well as within a team environment. Able to handle a variety of issues within tight deadlines, this person has a great sense of professionalism and excels under pressure.

Requirements

• Member in good standing of a bar association in the UK or EU
• 5-7 years as a commercial lawyer out of which at least 3 years of relevant legal experience with payments companies, FinTechs or financial services providers either in-house or in a law firm
• Experience in drafting and reviewing commercial contracts, as well as knowledge of applicable laws and regulations in the payment services industry
• Excellent negotiation and drafting skills
• Great ability to develop interpersonal relationships

Responsibilities

In collaboration with the Associate General Counsel, EMEA, the Legal Counsel will participate in the drafting, negotiation and management of various commercial agreements with the Company’s current and prospective customers, vendors and partners around the world. The Legal Counsel will participate in a broad range of legal matters pertaining to Nuvei’s business in the EMEA region and will be providing legal advice to the local Commercial, Compliance, Finance and Operations teams as Nuvei continues to develop payment solutions for merchants in EMEA and around the world.

Benefits

Please note that our benefits package differs by country and/or office location to align with local regulations and market practices.

Nuvei is an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates collaboration and innovation and is committed to developing a diverse and inclusive workplace. The team at Nuvei is comprised of a wealth of talent, skill, and ambition. We believe that employees are happiest when they’re empowered to be their true, authentic selves. So, please come as you are. We can’t wait to meet you.