Adyen provides payments, data, and financial products in a single solution for customers like Meta, Uber, H&M, and Microsoft - making us the financial technology platform of choice. At Adyen, everything we do is engineered for ambition.
For our teams, we create an environment with opportunities for our people to succeed, backed by the culture and support to ensure they are enabled to truly own their careers. We are motivated individuals who tackle unique technical challenges at scale and solve them as a team. Together, we deliver innovative and ethical solutions that help businesses achieve their ambitions faster.
Associate Corporate Counsel
We are looking for a driven and enthusiastic Associate Corporate Counsel to join our global Corporate Legal team. In this role, you will be based in New York City. Our Corporate Legal team is split into several pillars, Advisory, Governance and Disputes. This role assists all pillars of the Corporate Legal team.
You will assist the Corporate Legal team on a broad portfolio of topics, including disputes, procurement, corporate governance, law enforcement responses as well as general corporate matters. As Associate Corporate Counsel at Adyen you will be tasked with helping the entire team achieve success in their role - no two days will be the same.
The Corporate Legal team operates as a global team with staff in the Netherlands and the United States, however, you will be required to apply your legal knowledge to challenges globally. An ideal candidate will have a passion for our business and you would like to contribute to its mission to ensure the further growth of Adyen.
What you will do:
You will handle disputes autonomously, advising Adyen on commercial outcomes and finding pragmatic solutions to challenges as they arise.
Primarily assisting our Governance team in the US, you will help facilitate local board meetings in the US and Canada and help draft and guide board meetings throughout LATAM. Your work will also facilitate the global governance team.
With our Advisory team, you will assist on large Corporate projects, such as corporate development, capital markets and disclosures.
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Together with the team you will provide legal advice across various corporate functions, assisting teams such as regulatory, procurement and partnerships.
Contracting with third-party vendors, including review and negotiations of service agreements and licence agreements. As part of this role, you may lead re-contracting efforts of major projects such as DORA and EBA.
You will contribute on business and legal projects globally covering a variety of topics, including, implementation of regulatory requirements, cross-functional projects, product, and procurement.
Keep track of new legislative proposals and other legal and compliance developments relevant to Adyen across the globe.
Provide input to the Corporate Legal teams use of AI and other efforts to achieve scalability and automation.
Who you are:
You have a law degree and at least 1.5+ years of relevant work experience.
Strong generalist legal experience, in commercial or corporate law.
You are a team player who likes to collaborate and include different people to sharpen your ideas.
You have the ability to structure and prioritize in a high volume, fast-paced environment and build, innovate and drive processes to completion.
You are available to work from our New York City office.
You are fluent in English, both written and spoken.
This role is based out of our New York City office. We are an office-first company and value in-person collaboration; we do not offer remote-only roles.
The annual base salary range for this role is $135,000-$175,000. To learn more about our compensation philosophy, please click here.
Adyen is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion commitments
Our unique approach is a product of our diverse perspectives. This diversity of backgrounds and cultures is essential in helping us maintain our momentum. Our business and technical challenges are unique, and we need as many different voices as possible to join us in solving them - voices like yours. No matter who you are or where you’re from, we welcome you to be your true self at Adyen.
Studies show that women and members of underrepresented communities apply for jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Does this sound like you? If so, Adyen encourages you to reconsider and apply. We look forward to your application!
What’s next?
Ensuring a smooth and enjoyable candidate experience is critical for us. We aim to get back to you regarding your application within 5 business days. Our interview process tends to take about 4 weeks to complete, but may fluctuate depending on the role. Learn more about our hiring process here. Don’t be afraid to let us know if you need more flexibility.
Adyen is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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