Corporate Legal Advisor

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Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law, ideally obtained a couple of years ago, with experience at a law firm.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in corporate law with a focus on fintech, SaaS, or technology.
• Expertise in M&A, intellectual property (IP), and patents, with practical experience in both the UK and the USA.
• Strong technical understanding of IP data.
• Demonstrated experience with data privacy laws, specifically GDPR in the UK and CCPA in the USA, as well as software licensing.
• Excellent collaboration skills.

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice on matters related to fintech regulations, SaaS agreements, data privacy, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and intellectual property.
• Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, including software licensing, service agreements, and partnership contracts.
• Offer guidance on compliance with financial regulations, data protection laws, and cybersecurity standards.
• Support corporate governance and establish internal policies aligned with industry regulations and best practices.
• Advise on and support M&A, strategic partnerships, and IP matters.
• Collaborate with other legal experts on intellectual property and patent-related matters.
• Represent the company in legal proceedings or negotiations as required.
• Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations impacting the fintech and SaaS sectors.
• Assist in developing and implementing internal compliance training programs.