Legal Counsel

Join to apply for the Legal Counsel role at Worldline. Worldline is the innovator at the heart of the payments technology industry, shaping how the world pays and gets paid. From local coffee shops to international banks, our solutions power the growth of millions of businesses worldwide. Job Description Legal Counsel – Milan, Italy (Full‑time). The position reports to the Head of Legal Italy and is fully integrated into the Group Legal and Contract Management Department Team. Day‑to‑Day ResponsibilitiesNegotiate and manage commercial legal work (contracts for clients, suppliers, partners, etc.). Support the business on the legal aspects of M&A processes, strategic partnerships, key commercial agreements and other corporate and business development initiatives. Provide support in legal, compliance and corporate governance matters (Board of Directors Meetings and General Meetings) for the Italian regulated entities within the Worldline Group. Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, with particular focus on banking and payments laws and regulations. Act as legal business partner to various departments; build strong relationships across the organisation; liaise with outside counsel. Manage and foresee business risks and opportunities by regularly reviewing changes in the regulatory/legal environment. Support the rest of the Worldline Group Legal Team and senior management. Provide proactive, timely and business‑focused legal advice on payments services regulation. Perform general legal assistance, including legal research and analysis of key issues.Who Are We Looking ForAt least 4 years post‑qualification experience in a law firm or as in‑house counsel within a financial institution, fintech, or large international IT company. Strong expertise in payments, financial services or fintech, banking regulation. Excellent skills in legal documents drafting and negotiation in Italian and English. Ability to work under pressure, effectively prioritise tasks and thrive in a fast‑paced, changing environment. Skilled at dealing with senior management and regulators; highly resourceful and collaborative team player. Fluent Italian and English, other European languages a plus.Perks & BenefitsPart of a company guided by a strong purpose to do good, recognized as top 1 % of the most sustainable companies worldwide. Work with inspiring colleagues and be empowered to learn, grow and accelerate your career. Work in an international environment with cutting‑edge technologies. Wide range of benefits: medical insurance, pension plan, restaurant tickets, company bonus, 50 % remote working.Shape the Evolution We are on an exciting journey towards the next frontiers of payments technology, looking for big thinkers with passion, can‑do attitude and a hunger to learn and grow. Join our global team of 18,000 innovators and shape a tomorrow that is yours to own. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or any applicable legally protected characteristics. Seniority levelMid‑Senior levelEmployment typeFull‑timeJob functionLegal#J-18808-Ljbffr