Vp Assistant General Counsel Innovation amp Payments

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Vp, Assistant General Counsel – Innovation and Payments
The candidate will be managing actual and potential litigation and enforcement matters, including internal reviews and investigations related to such matters; advising on products and services, including contract negotiation and documentation; advising on offering and marketing documents and new business initiatives; managing dispute resolution; interpreting existing laws, rules, and regulations, and advising on changes thereto; advising on advocacy in connection with contemplated and proposed laws, rules and regulations, and providing legal advice to the Board of Directors, the business and functions. Legal selects engages and manages outside counsel for the Firm on all matters in which outside counsel is engaged. Drafting, negotiating, and advising the business on a wide range of documentation and transaction structures for the Wholesale Payments business. Providing legal analysis in connection with the development of innovative product solutions as part of the new business initiative process and user interface enhancements, and assisting with the implementation of new products and key strategic projects. Collaborating with global business teams and legal/compliance colleagues and other control functions to address and resolve complex issues, and develop policies, procedures, and training materials to advance the business objectives in a compliant manner. Instructing and liaising with external counsel, as required, on transactional and bespoke product matters, including review and analysis of legal opinions. Advising the businesses on key legal/regulatory issues. Participating in various cross-line of business projects. Developing and delivering appropriate legal training for internal clients and other legal teams. Minimum of five (5) years post-admission practicing experience with a major law firm, financial institution, or judicial clerkship relevant to the responsibilities of the position. JD or educational equivalent required. Must be in compliance with all relevant licensing requirements including those of the jurisdiction where the role will be located prior to the commencement of employment. Experience working in or with FinTech and/or third-party payment processors is a must. Familiarity with banking law and Uniform Commercial Code Articles 4 and 4A is desirable. Knowledge of financial services laws and regulations is a plus. The ability to lead and drive teams to institute change and collaboration across a variety of functional areas is a must. Should have the ability to prioritize work, manage a large number of matters at one time, and interact with senior management; effective and efficient problem solver; strong organizational skills.

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