Senior Regulatory Counsel, Europe

Overview

Payoneer is offering a position for a Senior Regulatory Counsel, Europe to deliver legal strategy and advice concerning significant regulatory matters in the United Kingdom, Ireland, and additional European jurisdictions. The role is based in London or Dublin and reports directly to the Global Regulatory Counsel located in New York City. Visa sponsorship may be available for suitable candidates.

Requirements

Applicants must be qualified to practice law in either the United Kingdom or Ireland and hold eligibility to work and live in one of those countries. Candidates are required to have a minimum of 6 to 7 years of legal experience, which must include providing legal advice specifically to the financial services industry, while background in the payments industry and electronic money institutions is preferred. Additional familiarity working directly with regulators is considered an advantage. The position requires strong independent working abilities, collaboration skills, and the capacity to analyze complex regulations and provide practical recommendations.

What You Do

The person in this position provides legal counsel for complex payments and financial services regulatory matters across Europe. Responsibilities include supporting management, compliance, and finance teams in Ireland and the United Kingdom to maintain effective relationships with regulators. The role involves researching evolving regulations, collaborating with outside counsel, and assisting business and marketing teams with the creation of new services. Occasional travel is required for this role.