Finastra

Finastra

Legal Counsel

Atlanta, USA

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 50 days ago
NegotiationContract Management

About the role

  • We are seeking a Corporate Legal Counsel to join our team based in the United States.
  • This fast paced, dynamic team is accountable for the U.S. corporate legal portfolio.
  • The ideal candidate will have fluency of law firm or corporate legal department experience.

Responsibilities

  • and provide regulatory and compliance support, as necessary.
  • Provide guidance to internal stakeholders concerning best practices when producing pre-contractual and contract collateral documents.
  • At Finastra, each individual is unique, bringing their own ideas, thoughts, cultural beliefs, backgrounds, and experiences together.
  • We learn from one another, embrace and celebrate our differences, and create an environment where everyone feels safe to be themselves.

Requirements

  • Review existing and upcoming legislation with respect to its impact on the organization's business and where required draft required contractual adjustments.
  • Required Skills & Expertise
  • Exposure or experience with U.S. or global payments and/or corporate lending, SaaS/cloud and data privacy and security would be considered an asset.
  • Fluency in English in speaking and writing including proficiency of legal terminology in English is required
  • Must have a law degree from an accredited institution and an active license to practice law in at least one state.
  • Law firm or corporate legal department experience with a broad range of corporate and commercial law matters, however, experience in the software industry would be an advantage.
  • Demonstrated ability to mitigate risk while helping to ensure business objectives, including the timely execution of contracts that grow the business.
  • Knowledge of the software industry, preferably working on the vendor side.
  • Strong legal and commercial understanding with the ability to adapt quickly and work toward scheduled business deadlines.
  • Ability to explain legal topics clearly to clients and internal stakeholders.

Nice to have

  • Experience in the software industry is mandatory and having experience within U.S. or global payments and/or corporate lending software platforms is a plus.
  • Experience with banking and financial technology is a nice to have.

Skills

  • Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.
  • Confident, resourceful and motivated lawyer with very strong drafting, negotiation and advisory skills.

Compensation

  • Competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and benefits.
  • These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we uphold:
  • Well-being: Access Confidential one-on-one wellness and therapy through our Employee Wellness and Assistance Programs.
  • Medical, life & disability insurance, 401(k), lifestyle and other benefits*
  • Sustainability: Benefit from paid time off for volunteering and donation matching.
  • These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we stand for:
  • Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, subject to local regulations and business priorities.
  • Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, based on your location and business priorities.
  • Hybrid working arrangements, and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
  • Specific benefits may vary by location.
  • Benefit from hybrid working arrangements and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.

Company info

  • At Finastra, we're a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what's next for the industry.
  • Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world's top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.
  • The role will predominantly focus on contracts with Finastra customers for the licensing of software and/or provision of services (including software-as-a service).
  • Ensures internal approval processes are followed prior to making commitments to customers and ensuring all deal approvals are obtained prior to signing any contracts.
  • As necessary, assist in customer disputes, including evaluating Finastra's position, communicating with customers, and assisting in the resolution of such disputes.
  • Strong business acumen to draft and negotiate contracts with customers and vendors.
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a global team
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a global team; and provide regulatory and compliance support, as necessary.
  • Be part of our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and contribute to regular employee surveys to help shape Finastra and foster a culture where everyone is engaged and empowered to perform at their best.
  • Be unique, be exceptional, and help us make a difference at Finastra!
  • We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide.
  • Take part in our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and share your voice through regular employee surveys that help shape our culture and ways of working.

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