Interim Legal Counsel – Payments & Digital Assets
12-month contract | Potential extension
At least 7–12 PQE
I’m working with a major global payments organisation looking to appoint an experienced Legal Counsel to its Regulatory Legal team on a 12-month assignment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a payments regulatory lawyer to work at the forefront of payments, stablecoins and digital assets , advising on the development and launch of new products across multiple jurisdictions.
The role will involve:
- Advising on the development, launch and scaling of fiat and stablecoin payment products
- Providing regulatory advice around product design and settlement models
- Supporting go-to-market strategy and regulatory readiness
- Leading multi-jurisdictional regulatory analysis
- Advising on licensing and registration requirements across payments and digital assets
- Working closely with product, commercial and legal stakeholders
We’re particularly interested in lawyers with:
- Strong European payments regulatory expertise
- Good knowledge of PSD2 and MiCA
- Experience with cross-border payment products
- Exposure to stablecoins, digital assets or crypto regulation highly desirable
- Training/background from a leading law firm, financial institution, fintech, payments business or regulator
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Interim Legal Counsel (Payments & Digital Assets)- £165k-£195k- Global Payments in London 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.
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