Corporate Counsel Lead

FIS • Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

The Corporate Counsel Lead supports legal strategy and operational targets aligned with organizational goals. The role reviews, drafts, and negotiates complex contracts, including high-value partnerships, vendor agreements, and financial transactions. It also supports legal training initiatives for the legal team and the broader organization.

The position advises senior management and stakeholders on complex legal issues, employment law, corporate governance, and evolving laws and regulations relevant to the industry. It works with cross-functional teams to provide legal guidance for business initiatives and promote legal awareness across the organization.

Requirements

• J.D. and active membership in at least one state bar.
• Strong communication, research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience dealing with large, complex transactions.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced business environment and drive complex projects to completion.

Nice To Haves

• 5–7 years of relevant prior experience within a trust company and/or technology company is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review contracts to ensure terms are favorable, compliant, and aligned with organizational objectives, and lead negotiation processes.
• Conduct legal research on complex issues to support informed decision-making by senior management.
• Advise on employment law matters, including contract drafting, termination, and compliance with labor laws and regulations.
• Implement systems that enhance corporate governance practices and maintain alignment with industry standards and legal requirements.
• Analyze evolving industry-relevant laws and regulations and provide stakeholders with timely, practical compliance advice.
• Work with cross-functional teams to provide legal guidance for business initiatives and foster a legal-aware culture.
• Support the creation, review, and negotiation of complex contracts, including high-value partnerships, vendor agreements, and complex financial transactions.
• Assist with legal training initiatives for the legal team and broader organization.
• Achieve operational targets related to legal strategy in support of organizational goals.

Benefits

• Opportunities to make an impact in fintech
• Internal career growth opportunities
• Personal and professional learning
• Inclusive, diverse work environment
• Resources to give back to your community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree