Expert Regulatory Counsel, Europe

Payoneer, a global financial platform founded in 2005, is seeking an Expert Regulatory Counsel for its European operations. This role is based in Dublin or London and reports to the Global Regulatory Counsel in New York City. The position involves providing legal advice and strategic guidance on significant regulatory matters affecting Payoneer's operations across Ireland, the United Kingdom, and other European jurisdictions.

Key responsibilities include delivering legal counsel on complex regulatory issues within the payments and financial services sectors, supporting management, compliance, and finance teams in building and maintaining relationships with regulators, researching and analyzing evolving regulations across multiple markets, coordinating with external legal counsel, and assisting business, marketing, and other teams in developing new services.

Candidates should be eligible to work and reside in Ireland or the United Kingdom and be qualified to practice law in these jurisdictions. A minimum of 6-7 years of legal experience, including providing legal advice to the financial services industry, is required. Experience in the payments industry and with electronic money institutions is preferred. The role also requires the ability to evaluate complex legal issues, provide practical legal advice to internal stakeholders, work independently and collaboratively, manage diverse issues, and establish effective working relationships at all organizational levels.

While specific compensation details are not disclosed, Payoneer offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development. The company fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, emphasizing continuous improvement and mutual support among colleagues.

Joining Payoneer provides an opportunity to be part of a mission-driven company dedicated to connecting underserved businesses to the global economy. Employees are encouraged to act as partners to customers, take ownership of their responsibilities, strive for continuous improvement, and support each other's growth both professionally and personally.