At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide legal support on regulatory matters for a leading global payments company.
- Company: Join Moneycorp, a dynamic leader in global payments with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, private health insurance, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Be part of an inclusive workplace that values diversity and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the fast-paced world of financial services and regulation.
- Qualifications: UK qualified lawyer with 5+ years of regulatory legal experience.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
Who We Are: Moneycorp powers global payments for corporates, institutions and high net worth individuals, combining worldwide reach with local expertise. With over 45 years of market experience, two banking licences and offices in 11 countries, our technology delivers 24/7 accessibility, while our people deliver award-winning service. In 2024, we supported $1tn+ of payment volume, reaching 190 countries in 130 currencies. Our 32k+ corporate clients benefit from our regulatory resilience with 63+ permissions globally, access to major payment rails, and our proprietary technology.
Moneycorp is a place where energy, commitment, and collaboration are core to our values of shared success. We’re restless in our drive to surpass the expectations of our customers and unlock opportunities to support them at every stage of their journey. The foundation of our success is our people, and nurturing a culture of belonging for all our colleagues is central to our journey as a global business.
Role Purpose: You will act as legal support for the UK business and wider international Moneycorp Group, predominantly focusing on regulatory matters.
Role Responsibilities:
- Lead on product, regulatory and commercial legal matters including providing advice and guidance on building, launching, marketing and operating products including multi-currency operations, payment and cross border transactions, as well as digital banking models and digital wallets in multiple markets, including regulatory/licensing issues.
- Advise on regulatory requirements relating to payment services, electronic money, cross-border payments, foreign exchange services, safeguarding, CASS and consumer protection matters.
- Assist with responses to audits, complaints, or enforcement actions from bodies like the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), the Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) and the Gibraltar Financial Services Commission (GFSC).
- Support applications for regulatory authorisations, permissions, registrations or licence variations.
- Assist with complaints received via the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) or other equivalent body.
- Advise on Moneycorp’s compliance with payments, financial services, AML/CFT, and other regulations across multiple jurisdictions.
- Reviewing, negotiating and advising on contracts on behalf of Group functions.
- Monitoring, reporting and horizon scanning key regulatory changes that can impact the business. These will include directives related to E-money, PSD, MiFID II and digital asset regulation.
- Assisting the wider Group legal team with commercial, corporate, litigation and employment matters.
- Instructing external legal counsel where appropriate.
- Assisting with the organisation of Group insurance cover.
What We’re Looking For:
Essential Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
- Legal knowledge and the application of FSMA, E-money, PSD2, MiFID II and digital asset regulation, FCA and PRA rules and guidance in relation to Financial Services.
- UK qualified lawyer with 5 years + of experience gained in a large law firm and/or in-house with a major firm.
- Previous regulatory legal experience.
- High-level of attention to detail.
- Ability to multi-task with accuracy.
- Strong interpersonal and communications skills.
Education / Qualifications:
- Qualified solicitor with at least 4-5 years post-qualification experience.
What We Can Offer You: This role offers a competitive salary, plus a benefits package including private medical health insurance.
Location and Contract Type: This is a full-time, permanent position. The role is expected to be office-based in London or Coventry, however, we have a flexible working policy which enables you to work up to 2 days from home.
Fostering a culture of belonging and inclusivity: We're committed to creating a workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and included. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we actively cultivate an inclusive culture where diversity thrives, and we empower our colleagues to drive meaningful change within our organization through Employee Engagement initiatives and value champion networks.
Interested? If this role sounds like a good fit for you, please click on the “Apply Now” button to submit your application.
Senior Legal Counsel – Regulatory employer: Moneycorp
At Moneycorp, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Coventry where collaboration and innovation thrive. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through continuous learning opportunities and a culture that values inclusivity and belonging, ensuring every team member feels empowered to contribute to our shared success. With competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including private medical health insurance, we support our employees in achieving both personal and professional fulfilment.
