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We’re looking for a highly talented commercial lawyer to be part of our great global legal team. The Interim Corporate Legal Counsel, UK & Europe is a generalist that provides legal support in a variety of cross-organizational matters, including corporate matters, employment, procurement, banking relationships and data protection. The position is for a 12-month fixed term.

This role will be based in London, United Kingdom and will report to Payoneer’s VP, Legal Affairs.

What’s the Job?

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing legal advice to Payoneer’s various stakeholders and shall act as Payoneer’s legal focal point in Europe with a particular focus on corporate, employment and procurement matters. The primary responsibilities are:

· Acting as a trusted advisor to local management, business, finance and HR teams as well as other cross-functional stakeholders globally.

· Provide legal support in relation to various corporate matters, including company secretarial support, corporate governance, policies and EU/UK employment related matters.

· Provide legal support related to EU/UK data protection and privacy.

· Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of corporate and commercial documents and agreements, including services agreements, consulting agreements, data processing addendums, policies and engagements with financial institutions.

· Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on legal matters, and collaborate with business, operations, finance, treasury, tech, internal audit and other teams within Payoneer to achieve execution.

· Stay up to date with applicable laws, regulations and industry guidance that impact Payoneer and share such learnings with relevant stakeholders.

What are we looking for?

· Fully qualified lawyer/solicitor with excellent academic credentials (qualified in the UK or another EU country) and with at least 5 years of post-admission experience practicing as an attorney at a reputable law firm or relevant in-house legal department.

· Strong commercial orientation and outstanding interpersonal and negotiation skills.

· Collaborative team player experienced at working with cross-functional teams across multiple jurisdictions and with flexibility to align with colleagues in different time zones.

· Excellent English professional language skills, strong communication skills and ability to explain complex legal concepts and requirements to various stakeholders.

· Ability to proactively identify relevant business and legal issues, evaluate the risks and suggest creative solutions.

· Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

· Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, to handle multiple assignments simultaneously and to take ownership of projects and tasks.

· Knowledge of data protection regulations, including GDPR – an advantage.

· Experience in the financial services industry/payments industry – an advantage.

Who We Are

Payoneer (NASDAQ: PAYO) is the world’s go-to partner for digital commerce, everywhere. From borderless payments to boundless growth, Payoneer promises any business, in any market, the technology, connections and confidence to participate and flourish in the new global economy. Powering growth for customers ranging from aspiring entrepreneurs in emerging markets to the world’s leading brands, Payoneer offers a universe of opportunities, open to you

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