Interim Senior Legal Counsel (Payments & Digital Assets)
12-Month Contract | London | Hybrid Working
A global technology and payments business is looking to hire an experienced regulatory lawyer to join its European legal team on an initial 12-month contract.
This is a high-profile role supporting the development and expansion of innovative payment products across multiple jurisdictions. The successful lawyer will partner closely with product, compliance and commercial stakeholders, providing strategic advice on complex payments regulation, digital assets and emerging financial technologies.
The position offers exposure to cutting-edge developments across the payments landscape, including stablecoins, cross-border payment solutions and digital asset-related products.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise on the design, launch and scaling of payment and digital asset products.
- Provide practical regulatory guidance on product structures, payment flows and settlement models.
- Support go-to-market initiatives and regulatory readiness programmes.
- Lead legal and regulatory analysis across multiple European and international jurisdictions.
- Assess licensing, registration and regulatory obligations applicable to payment services and digital asset activities.
- Partner with business, product, compliance and legal stakeholders on strategic projects.
- Instruct and manage external counsel where required.
- Monitor and advise on evolving regulatory developments impacting payment products and digital assets.
Candidate Profile
- Qualified lawyer with approximately 7-12 years' PQE.
- Experience gained within a leading law firm, financial institution, fintech, payments organisation or regulatory body.
- Strong understanding of European payments regulation, including PSD2, payment services regulation and related licensing frameworks.
- Knowledge of MiCA, digital assets, stablecoins and emerging payments technology.
- Experience advising on cross-border financial products and regulatory issues.
- Commercially minded with the ability to work directly alongside product and business teams.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, international environment.
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Interim Senior Legal Counsel (Payments & Digital Assets) employer: Major, Lindsey & Africa
Major, Lindsey & Africa is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture in Belfast, where employees are empowered to engage with complex transactions and navigate evolving regulatory landscapes. With a strong emphasis on professional development, the company offers ample opportunities for growth and collaboration within its global teams, making it an ideal place for experienced legal professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
Contact Details:
Major, Lindsey & Africa Recruitment Team
