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Corporate Legal Counsel

NMI
Location
UK- Remote
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Legal
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 2+ years PQE, whether in private practice or in-house
  • Qualified solicitor or barrister in England and Wales, with a current practising certificate
  • Ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal and commercial contract advice directly to colleagues at all levels
  • Creative and strategic thinker who can create and improve upon processes to drive efficiencies
  • Experience with, or willingness to, work on corporate and commercial matters in both the UK and the US
  • Quick learner who is comfortable navigating new and unfamiliar matters
Nice to have
  • Experience in-house at a fast-growing technology company or advising FinTechs at a law firm
  • Strong interest in and awareness of the payment industry sector, and SaaS contracting models
  • Payment industry or account-to-account payment experience is a plus
  • Privacy expertise, including familiarity with the GDPR
  • CIPP/E or CIPP/M certification is a plus
What the job really is

As Corporate Counsel at NMI, you will provide legal support on a variety of commercial agreements and corporate matters, primarily for the UK and US sales teams. Your responsibilities will include drafting and negotiating contracts, advising on compliance and governance issues, and developing legal resources to meet the company's evolving needs. This role requires a proactive approach to legal challenges in a fast-paced fintech environment, with a focus on delivering practical, business-oriented legal advice.

Benefits
  • Annual bonus scheme dependent on individual and company performance
  • Annual salary of £65,000—£95,000 GBP
  • 25 days holiday each year (+ bank holidays + 1 day after each year of service with up to a max. of 30 days)
  • Workplace pension scheme
  • Private medical insurance (upon 30 days of employment)
  • 7 hours per day, 35 hours per week
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of the technology stack or tools used in the role
  • The role involves navigating both UK and US legal frameworks, which may require additional learning for candidates unfamiliar with one of the jurisdictions
  • The company emphasizes a fast-paced environment, which may not suit everyone
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