Legal Counsel in City of London

Take a step forward and let Edenred surprise you. Every day, we deliver innovative solutions to improve the life of millions of people, connecting employees, companies, and merchants all around the world. We know there are hundred ways for you to grow. With us, you will expand your skills in a multicultural, challenging, and dynamic environment.

Edenred is all about meritocracy. You come as you are, and you contribute. Indeed, the Edenred Group recognizes, recruits and develops all talents and singularities. We are committed to preventing all forms of discrimination and to providing all our candidates with equal opportunities regardless of their gender and gender expression, disability, origin, religious belief and sexual orientation or any other criteria.

We are now hiring a Legal Counsel to Edenred PayTech, to specifically play a critical role in ensuring our company operates within legal and regulatory frameworks while maintaining a strong focus on ethical standards and corporate governance best practices. This position reports to the Head of Legal. Not in the perimeter: specific regulatory compliance and risk management related to financial licenses authorised by FCA.

What you will be doing:

• Contract drafting and negotiation
• Legal advice and guidance to the identified stakeholders
• Contract management, in line with Edenred Group’s requirements and local regulation
• Support the Head of Legal
• Promoting ethical behaviour and integrity in line with Edenred Group’s directives
• Your work will focus on commercial and FinTech
• Working knowledge of the UK Electronic Money Regulations, Payment Services Regulations, Payment services Directive and its EU implementation, EBA guidelines and outsourcing regulations
• Support compliance with all applicable corporate laws, regulations, and industry standards
• Oversee the negotiation, drafting, and review of a wide range of contracts, including vendor agreements, contracts with business lines and internal customers, and strategic partnerships
• Ensure compliance with our policies and processes and act as ambassador to that effect
• Stay updated on relevant legal and regulatory developments
• Support on audit and risk
• Promote a culture of ethical behaviour and integrity throughout the organisation
• Support in implementing policies and training programs to ensure compliance with ethical standards
• Support external counsel management
• Support communication and deployment in front of regulatory changes, and emerging risks and opportunities

What we want from you:

• Law degree and license to practice in the UK or France/ Belgium or both
• Extensive experience in practicing law, preferably with a focus on corporate law and financial services
• Strong understanding of contract law and negotiation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Sound judgment and ethical decision-making skills
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Working knowledge of PSD2, e-money and payments regulations
• French language considered as a plus
• Structured & organized mindset with practical judgement
• Time & priority management skill
• Excellent communication skills, listening & understanding, flexibility & teamwork
• At ease with agile organisations

As an Edenred PayTech employee you will get the support and structure that you need to enjoy your work and develop your career while doing what you love and making a difference in a fast-paced and innovative business.

What you will get:

• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Hybrid working environment (min. 3 days per week in the office)
• Pension Scheme – employer 6% with minimum employee contribution 3%
• Discretionary bonus scheme based on company and personal performance
• Medical & international travel cover (leisure and action sports)
• Income protection
• Life insurance (4x salary)
• Wellbeing Employee Assistance Program (extended access to family members)
• Monthly gym allowance
• Holiday trading scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee discount shopping platform
• Employee referral bonus scheme
• Digital learning platform
• Complimentary fruit and other ‘in office’ snacks & refreshments
• Volunteering programme
• Social events

Edenred PayTech are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on age, race, colour, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship, marital status or civil partnership/union status, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable country or local laws.

We are looking for new employees who will embrace the Edenred adventure with the same intensity and passion as we do. They will feel right at ease at Edenred because they like to push back the boundaries, try new things, constantly improve, win and grow. We need women and men who share our ambition, who are looking to perform, challenge us and themselves to move forward every day. We are looking for women and men who want to vibe with us.