We bridge the gap between traditional and digital finance to make payments borderless, instant, and secure. Using the BVNK platform, businesses can send and receive payments on all major schemes and blockchain networks, incorporate stablecoins into their payment flows, and settle funds in over 30 markets. We are a diverse team spread across the UK, Europe, South Africa and APAC, with a shared belief that in the next five years all payment flows will interact with crypto, and BVNK will be at the forefront of this shift. We recently raised 0m in series A funding, and we're looking for smart, ambitious people to help us build the next generation of payments. We're looking for a fast-learning and well-rounded Lawyer, based out of our UK or Malta offices, with familiarity in financial services law (including payments and ideally, blockchain and digital assets) and demonstrable commercial contractual expertise to help us continue to drive innovation and accelerate our hyper growth. In this role, you'll be a deeply embedded and strategic advisor to all of the teams across BVNK, including Product, Engineering, Compliance, Regulatory, Banking, Marketing, Finance and HR. In addition, you'll help shape and build new products, including identifying and consulting on legal risks in connection with the development of new products, and work on exciting market-leading partnerships and embedded propositions by providing strategic advice and taking the lead on the drafting and negotiations that follow. Partner closely with all global teams (e.g. compliance, finance, and product) across BVNK and Mastercard, including UK, EU, South Africa, Singapore and San Francisco, to advise on a range of issues, including financial services requirements, payments, outsourcing, data privacy, intellectual property, employment laws, BAU financial crime matters, disputes, litigation and corporate governance. Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements, including service contracts, outsourcing agreements, SaaS agreements, and other documentation involving complex transactions. Review marketing materials to ensure they are accurate, compliant with legal and regulatory standards, protect intellectual property, include necessary disclosures, mitigate risks, and align with company policies. Assess and advise on legal risks, propose innovative and effective legal solutions to problems, ability to constructively challenge business decisions from a legal perspective. Work closely with other members of the Legal Team (and Mastercard legal team) to support BVNK's global BAU activities and legal operations function. Conduct legal research and stay up-to-date on applicable laws and regulations dealing with cryptocurrency, payments, and other relevant areas, anticipating legal and commercial risks and advising and assisting the business to prepare for them. Good understanding of cryptocurrency and fintech legal frameworks, or a strong interest in learning about cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. What we need from you: You'll have 7+ years of experience as a qualified lawyer in an in-house legal team, top law firm and/or a government agency. You'll have familiarity with UK and EU financial services laws and regulations including payments and ideally, blockchain and digital assets. You'll have experience in intra-group matters such as intra-group outsourcing and advising on corporate law matters. Experience with corporate governance, employment matters, disputes and litigation is ideal but not mandatory. You have exceptional verbal and interpersonal communication skills, can build strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, and can simplify legal concepts and communicate them in easy-to-understand language. What you can expect from us: Fair and competitive salary at every stage of your growthMeaningful ownership in the business through our employee option schemeFlexible working hours, with hybrid working at its heartA culture built on passionate growth minded peopleA flexible approach to holidayOpportunities to travel to our offices around the world, in locations such as London and Cape Town, to collaborate with your colleagues An open and creative environment where you can help us define the future of BVNK, it's culture, and it's opportunity setsAt BVNK, we are focused on building a diverse and inclusive team.
Senior Legal Counsel - Remote working in London employer: BVNK
BVNK is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration in the rapidly evolving fintech landscape. With flexible working hours, a culture of growth and inclusivity, and opportunities for global travel, employees are empowered to thrive both personally and professionally. Joining BVNK means being part of a world-class team dedicated to revolutionising money movement, backed by the strength of Mastercard's global network.
