Legal Counsel (Expense Contracts)

Summary: The Legal Counsel (Expense Contracts) at Sumsub will play a crucial role in supporting the company's growth by managing legal matters related to expenditure contracts. The position involves conducting risk assessments, drafting and amending legal documents, and collaborating with various internal teams to optimize contract processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong legal background, particularly in international law, and will be proactive in enhancing legal workflows in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough reviews and risk assessments of expenditure-related contracts, ensuring compliance with international laws and internal policies.
• Draft, amend, and systematize the company’s contractual templates and internal policies.
• Engage in effective communication with stakeholders, leading negotiations and conflict management throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Collaborate with internal teams to optimize the contract review process and implement contract automation tools.
• Provide expert guidance on contract-related matters to ensure alignment with legal requirements and company objectives.

Key Skills:

• A university degree in law (LL.B., preferably LL.M.).
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in an international legal environment.
• Extensive experience in drafting and interpreting legal documents in English.
• Solid understanding of civil and common law frameworks, corporate law, and private international law.
• Exceptional attention to detail and integrity.
• Fluent in English.
• In-depth knowledge of international privacy laws and regulations, including GDPR.
• Familiarity with the common law legal system, particularly the laws of England and Wales.
• Efficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is a plus.
• Understanding of AML/KYC compliance principles.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other