Overview
A leading organization in the Technical Services sector is seeking a Senior Counsel specializing in Transactions with a focus on Enterprise Payments and Ecosystem. This role involves providing business-aligned legal guidance centered on governance, compliance, and operational risk management. The position requires collaboration with leadership, compliance teams, and cross-functional groups to translate complex legal issues into practical recommendations that support responsible execution, improved decision-making, and sustainable growth.
Location: Remote (U.S. based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available)
Compensation: $230,000 – $297,500 annually
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Enterprise, Payments, and Ecosystem teams on commercial transactions
- Negotiate and draft complex fintech and payments agreements on a global scale
- Develop and update contract templates for new products and services
- Improve legal workflow processes to enhance service delivery to business teams
- Assist with contract management for enterprise platforms and payment companies
- Monitor trends in digital assets and blockchain technology to provide informed transactional advice
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) or foreign equivalent degree
- Active membership in at least one U.S. State Bar
- Minimum of 10 years of legal experience in global commercial transactions, preferably within fintech and technology sectors
- Extensive experience drafting and negotiating complex fintech and financial services agreements
- Strong understanding of legal and regulatory issues related to payments, stablecoins, and digital assets
- Ability to support international business operations across multiple regions
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with financial services and enterprise software contracts
- Exposure to Asia-Pacific (APAC) markets
- Knowledge of blockchain technology and digital asset regulatory frameworks
- Familiarity with payments integration and contract management systems
- Experience using negotiation tools such as DocuSign
- Understanding of compliance standards specific to fintech
- Experience working with fintech partnerships and ecosystems
Benefits
- Remote work flexibility
- Opportunities for career development and mentorship within fintech
- Access to collaboration tools and AI-enabled workflows
The organization is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates who may not meet every qualification but bring valuable perspectives and experience.