[Hiring] Legal Counsel @Nuvei

Role Description

Nuvei is currently seeking a lawyer in Canada to fill a permanent position as Legal Counsel. The ideal candidate has 3 years of experience in commercial and/or transactional law and experience working in regulated industries. Preferably, the candidate has a working knowledge of anti-money laundering regulations, the Bank Secrecy Act, and regulations affecting money service businesses.

The Legal Counsel will:

• Participate in the drafting, negotiation, and management of various commercial agreements.
• Provide product and sales support as Nuvei continues to develop payment solutions for merchants around the world.
• Assist in managing and monitoring certain litigation across Canada and the United States and liaise with external counsel.
• Interact daily with the company's various business lines, such as Operations, Compliance, Sales, Marketing, and Finance, to meet their legal needs.

Qualifications

• Member in good standing of the Barreau du Québec or province, or licensed and in good standing in at least one US jurisdiction.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in commercial and transactional law.
• Experience in drafting and reviewing information technology contracts, as well as knowledge of applicable laws and regulations in the payment services industry.
• Excellent negotiation and drafting skills.
• Knowledge and experience with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR), and legal concerns related to the protection of personal data are an asset.
• Working knowledge of cryptocurrencies and alternative payment methods is a plus.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with proven experience in relationship building and partnering.
• Must work well in both team and individual settings.
• Experience with ACH payments and NACHA rules is a plus.
• Great ability to develop interpersonal relationships.

Benefits

• Group Insurance Benefits
• Flexible working model
• Employee Assistance Program

Working Language

English (written and spoken) is the language used most of the time, as work colleagues, clients, and strategic suppliers are geographically dispersed.

Salary Range

Ontario Compliant Range: CAD 140k-152k-165k