Commercial Counsel, Payments and Banking Job at Block (Bay Area)

Senior Counsel - Commercial and New Payment Flows - Acceptance

Mastercard is seeking an experienced attorney to be responsible for providing co...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Mastercard

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified lawyer with a solid academic and training background
in-house work experience
familiarity of law / regulation in the banking, remittance and payments space
licensed to practice in the relevant jurisdiction
Experience reviewing and advising on the development of external facing marketing, user content, and user experiences
Able to work independently and collaboratively, spot issues, prioritize and multi-task effectively in a fast-paced sales environment
Keen business insight and strong communication skills to interact confidently and effectively with internal clients, Mastercard customers and law and policy colleagues, including senior management and Mastercard executives
Complex transactional legal experience at a reputable law firm or as an in-house counsel
Strong drafting and negotiating skills with the ability to understand and simplify complex concepts, issues, technologies, and deal structures
A team player, willing to take on responsibilities and roles that support the team, department, region and the company

Job Responsibility

Acting as a day-to-day advisor for our sales clients by partnering with the business and legal specialists to deliver on strategy, including expanding commercial card acceptance
and securing Mastercard’s share with merchants, acquirers, prepaid program managers, issuers and digital partners
Advising business on a wide range of commercial and contractual matters including legal and business risk assessment
and analysis on diverse matters from new product constructs to commercial agreements
Collaborating with internal subject matter experts to better understand and be able to advise holistically on our products and relevant regulatory, compliance, privacy and antitrust issues
Providing support to the Commercial Solutions business development teams to support product sales initiatives
Autonomously structuring, drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex customer agreements, including identifying legal and business risks and recommending solutions
Engaging on strategic relationships and partnership agreements with our digital partners
Training and educating clients on processes, risks, changes in laws and regulations and the regulatory landscape of different regions on an ongoing basis
Partnering with regional compliance leads to ensure products and services comply with corporate policies, such as gifts and hospitality, anti-bribery and anti-corruption and third party on-boarding

Fulltime

Counsel, Commercial Payments

Citizens is seeking a highly motivated, results‑oriented attorney to join our Le...

Location

United States , Boston, Massachusetts; Johnston, Rhode Island; Westwood, Massachusetts

Salary:

135000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Year

Citizens Bank

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

1–3 years of relevant law firm or in‑house legal experience
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Active admission to at least one U.S. state bar
Strong critical thinking, legal analysis, and problem‑solving skills
Ability to thoughtfully challenge the status quo while delivering practical, business‑focused legal solutions
Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts for diverse audiences
Sound judgment and the ability to balance legal risk with business objectives
Comfort operating in a fast‑paced, evolving environment while managing a broad range of legal matters
Highly collaborative team player with a positive attitude, growth mindset, resilience, and strong interpersonal skills

Job Responsibility

Draft and negotiate contracts for the Commercial Bank’s payments products, including ACH, wires, real‑time payments, embedded payments, and other third‑party payment arrangements
Advise on payments‑related laws, regulations, and network rules, including UCC Articles 3, 4, and 4A, and NACHA Operating Rules
Partner closely with senior attorneys, product owners, Risk, and Compliance partners on new initiatives, complex problem‑solving, and escalated customer issues
Monitor changes in the legal and regulatory landscape and research, analyze, and provide sound legal advice related to existing and evolving financial products and services
Serve as a trusted advisor to business, Risk, Compliance, and other functional partners on strategic initiatives, contract interpretation and negotiation, internal audits, regulatory examinations, and dispute resolution
Provide legal support to commercial operations teams by delivering timely, practical guidance on day‑to‑day matters
Coordinate with, manage, and oversee outside counsel, as appropriate

What we offer

comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
retirement benefits
maternity/paternity leave
flexible work arrangements
education reimbursement
wellness programs
paid time off policy exceeds the mandatory paid sick or paid time‑away policy of every local and state jurisdiction in the United States
opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus

Fulltime

Product Counsel, Payments

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Product Counsel to join our lega...

Location

United States

Salary:

160320.00 - 249600.00 USD / Year

Plaid

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school with an active license to practice law
6-8+ years of legal experience
Strong familiarity with some combination of: Nacha operating rules, BSA/AML regulations, Reg E and other consumer protection laws (e.g. UDAAP), Third Party Sender requirements, Money Transmission Laws, RTP Network Rules, and Payment Card Network rules
Strong understanding of data protection and privacy laws, including GLBA
Experience negotiating, advising on, and managing the risks of complex commercial agreements with partner banks, payment processing vendors, and other payments-related service providers
Creative thinking about interpreting and applying the law in unsettled contexts

Job Responsibility

Provide expert legal advice and guidance on matters related to fintech payments and consumer protection activities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product, engineering, compliance, and product marketing to integrate legal considerations into the product lifecycle
Assist go-to-market and commercial counsel in deals, ensuring legal compliance and mitigating potential risks
Stay abreast of changes in relevant laws and regulations, and ensure proactive adjustments to company policies and procedures
Draft and review legal documents and disclosures related to payments services and data use
Work closely with external legal counsel when necessary and represent the company in regulatory discussions

What we offer

medical
dental
vision
401(k)

Fulltime

Senior Counsel, Payments EU

Uber is looking to hire an exceptional attorney with expertise in European payme...

Location

Netherlands , Amsterdam

Salary:

Not provided

Uber

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

An enthusiastic, team player with a passion for how technology can influence peoples’ lives responsibly and within the law
A minimum of 8 years experience with preference for a mix of in-house and law firm background
Strong financial regulatory background, including knowledge of the laws and regulations that regulate payments and other types of regulated financial services in the EU and experience dealing with government agencies and regulators in this field
Qualified attorney and Member of Bar Association or otherwise eligible to practice as In-House Counsel
Possess excellent business judgment, communication and interpersonal skills
Enthusiastic about Uber

Job Responsibility

Work with colleagues from Uber’s legal, commercial, product, and operations teams responsible for Uber’s payments and financial services ecosystem, helping to set strategy and provide legal leadership across the EU region
Be a key advisor to business leadership regionally on legal risks and opportunities, payments and fintech/regtech innovations, development of financial services regulations, consumer protection themes, AML, KYC, sanctions, and other areas where the law meets the business
Proactively monitor and advise the business on current and new financial services regulations and card scheme rules that could impact Uber’s business model and growth
Be involved in the design, planning and launch of new and exciting product developments and business initiatives across the region and internationally, including fintech services and partnerships
Negotiate commercial agreements with payment processors, banks, fintech partners and payments-related support vendors
Manage outside counsel regionally, including budget planning and monitoring with the aim to ensure that the company receives cost effective legal advice

Fulltime