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Senior Corporate Counsel

New York, New York Permanent USD185,000 - USD270,000 per year Hybrid working View Job Description
Senior Corporate Counsel responsible for varied matters: Corporate Transactions, M&A, IP, Data Privacy and Business Affairs. A hybrid role suitable for an In-House Counsel with 5+ years varied corporate In-House experience - preferably within SaaS, Technology, Fintech or Financial Services. Great opportunity for a collaborative self-starter to work autonomously whilst receiving excellent mentorship/ support from the highly skilled General Counsel.
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  • Opportunity to work directly with the General Counsel - leading SaaS company.
  • Unlimited PTO - competitive compensation & great benefits package!

About Our Client

An award winning, highly successful global SaaS payment platform, this role is based in their flagship Midtown Manhattan, New York office. The organization offers unlimited PTO, hybrid working, and a competitive wider benefits package. Previous experience in SaaS/ Technology/ Fintech or Financial Services preferred, candidates must be accustomed to working in related, highly regulated, environments.

Job Description

As Senior Corporate Counsel, you will work directly with the General Counsel. Varied responsibilities include:

  • Corporate Transactions - working with the business to negotiate, structure and draft legal agreements (key corporate transactions including M&A, partnerships, joint ventures).
  • IPO preparedness.
  • Company Matters - working with Compliance and Finance, ensuring the business is aware of and adheres to current and upcoming regulatory requirements globally.
  • Advising on Intellectual Property best practice.
  • Trusted advisor on corporate litigation and any disputes that might arise.
  • Advise on, draft and develop legal frameworks for the organization's digital asset products/ services. Being aware of fintech/ cryptocurrency industry trends and regulatory developments.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Demonstrable skills and experience required for the Corporate Counsel role:

  • 5+ years relevant SaaS, technology, fintech or financial services legal industry experience (preferably for international organizations)
  • Demonstrable background in working with fintech/ financial services organizations on structuring legal partnerships, transactions and IPO preparedness
  • Juris Doctor
  • New York bar admission
  • Must have the right to work in the US now and in the future

What's on Offer

The Corporate Counsel position offers:

  • $200-$270,000 annual salary (based on relevant experience)
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Annual bonus
  • Wider benefits package - health care, 401(k) etc.
  • Supportive hybrid/ flexible working arrangement - New York, Midtown office (2-3 days/ week working in the Manhattan office)

Apply today - interviews commence late October.

Contact
Anna Jacobs
Quote job ref
JN-092024-6541841

Job summary

Sector
Legal
Sub Sector
Attorney - In-house
Industry
Technology & Telecoms
Location
New York
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Anna Jacobs
Job Reference
JN-092024-6541841
Job Nature
Hybrid working