Associate Legal Counsel

Associate Legal Counsel
Please note that this opportunity requires relocation to our Luxembourg office.
About Satispay
Satispay was born to revolutionise everyday payments – making them simple, fair, and accessible to everyone. Now, the focus has moved even further, aiming to shape the future of money.

We're a movement empowering millions of people, driven by a shared purpose to tackle big challenges. And we're just getting started. We move quickly, think boldly, and trust each other to challenge the norm, learning and growing as we go.

If you're looking for more than just your next job – if you want to build something impactful with a talented team – you're in the right place.

What You'll Be Doing
As an
Associate Legal Counsel
, you'll be a core member of our Legal team,
driving strategic initiatives across product development, regulatory compliance, and business operations.
You'll serve as the primary legal point of contact for investment and payment-related matters and will work closely with cross-functional teams, including Tech, Strategy, Marketing, Compliance, and other business stakeholders. Your role will involve providing strategic legal advice, fostering innovation, and ensuring regulatory compliance across Satispay's diverse offerings. Here's what your day-to-day will look like:

• Strategic advisory - Play the role of strategic product counsel throughout the lifecycle of new product and feature development, from ideation to market launch, ensuring alignment with Satispay's goals and regulatory compliance.
• Cross-team collaboration - Partner with business teams to create groundbreaking services by developing innovative legal solutions that balance business needs with risk management.
• Legal drafting and negotiation - Draft and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including partnerships, vendor contracts, terms of service, and other customer-facing documentation.
• Regulatory compliance support - Work closely with the Compliance department to ensure products and services align with applicable financial regulations, including those related to e-money, MiFID services, or similar frameworks. Assist in managing relationships with regulatory authorities.
• Horizon scanning - Proactively monitor regulatory developments and emerging trends, assessing their implications for the business and ensuring timely adaptation to maintain compliance and support strategic objectives.

Who We're Looking For
We need a problem-solver with a strong analytical mindset who thrives in a collaborative environment. If you're detail-oriented and ready to take ownership in a dynamic setting, you'll fit right in Does this sound like you?

• Legal and financial background – You are a lawyer with at least 5 years of experience in advising on financial regulations and customer-facing products, ideally with experience in tech innovation applied to e-money or MiFID services.
• Strategic and risk-based approach – You can take smart risks and provide strategic advice, aligning regulatory requirements with business objectives.
• Product counseling – You can immerse yourself in the technical and product aspects with high curiosity and are willing to find innovative customer-facing features while balancing legal risks effectively.
• Contract negotiation – You are skilled in drafting and negotiating complex agreements with a strong understanding of regulatory considerations.
• Sound judgment - You are confident in making sound decisions even in situations of ambiguity or with incomplete information.
• Communication skills – You possess excellent communication skills, enabling you to advise and influence senior management and engage diverse stakeholders effectively.
• Adaptability - You excel in dynamic, fast-paced environments, demonstrating the ability to quickly adjust to shifting challenges and priorities.
• Language proficiency - You are fluent in English; knowledge of Italian is a plus.

Our Benefits & Perks
We believe high commitment, effort, and impact deserve to be highly rewarded and supported. That's why we created Satispay CareAbout, our way of making sure you're supported in your well-being, growth, and finances:

CareAbout health & well-being

• Unlimited paid time off
• Psychological support & mental health webinars with Serenis
• Flexible hybrid working system
• Extended parental leave
• Childcare leave

CareAbout growth & development

• Professional development programmes
• Internal mobility program
• Language classes with Preply
• Internal workshops & training

CareAbout financial support

• Stock Option Plan (with additional grants often provided based on performance)
• International relocation support
• Competitive salary
• Meal vouchers

Equal-Opportunity Employer
At Satispay, we're proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and inclusion, welcoming individuals of all backgrounds. This opportunity is open to everyone, regardless - for instance - of race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, and national origin. Join us in a workplace where everyone belongs

Learn More About Us
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