Senior Lawyer & Compliance Lead

Prezzee•New York, NY

76d•$200,000 - $240,000•Onsite

About The Position

Prezzee is a global leader in digital gifting and payments, having sold over 140 million gift cards through partnerships with more than 1,500 brands and serving over 6 million customers worldwide. Our mission is to change lives through the power of giving—leveraging borderless payment technology to help people connect and create memorable moments that truly matter. Founded in Australia nearly 10 years ago, Prezzee now operates across the United States, Canada, Ireland, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand, delivering seamless, secure gifting experiences to a global audience. About the Role Prezzee is looking for an ambitious Senior Lawyer & Compliance Lead to join our US team. Reporting directly to the Group General Counsel in Australia, this role will serve as our sole legal counsel in the region and also fulfill the responsibilities of the US Company Secretary. As a pivotal member of the Legal team, you will collaborate closely with our Sales, Finance, IT, Marketing, Product, and Operations teams in the US, while providing essential support to the Head of Compliance and contributing to Prezzee’s business on a global scale.

Requirements

Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to manage ambiguity in a cross-functional environment.
Strong work ethic with a can-do attitude.
In good standing to practice in New York and California and in a common law jurisdiction such as the UK, with a minimum of 3 years in a law firm or in-house at a technology or financial services institution.
Ability to provide practical advice on outbound and inbound commercial transactions.
Expertise in drafting, negotiating, and maintaining commercial agreements typical to the technology and SaaS sectors.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently with Sales, Finance, and IT teams.
Experience in financial services, competition and consumer, technology, privacy/data protection laws, including financial services and payment regulations.

Responsibilities

Provide legal counsel across all aspects of our global business on commercial, data protection, employment, and intellectual property law, mainly supporting our US and UK offices.
Fulfill company secretarial responsibilities and manage certain aspects of regulatory compliance.
Collaborate with teams, communicate legal risks, and evaluate risk factors.
Manage litigation, apply risk management, and offer practical legal advice.
Negotiate with external parties, assist with governance and compliance.
Draft agreements, contracts, and provide legal advice to protect company rights.
Contribute to policy development, handle complex matters, and clarify legal language.
Stay updated on legislation, maintain documentation, and ensure efficient record-keeping.
Engage external counsel as needed.
Facilitate transparency, maintain high standards, and drive positive change.
Demonstrate passion, commitment, and role model collaborative behaviors.

Benefits

Competitive incentives that reward your success and contribution.
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and 401(k) match benefits to keep you covered.
Flexible work hours, Culture Swap Days, and the freedom to work from anywhere for 30 days a year.
Prezzeeversary Leave – Extra day of annual leave for each year you’re with us.
BirthYay Leave – Celebrate you with a paid day off during your birthday month.
Parental Leave – 12 weeks for primary carers and 4 weeks for secondary carers
Fun and meaningful events, both virtual and in-person, to build community and connections.
Employee Resource Groups – Be an advocate or ally and foster belonging through groups like EmpowHer and Pride.
Continuous learning through Litmos, LinkedIn Learning, industry-focused opportunities, and Lunch & Learn sessions.
Access to the Telus Wellbeing platform, supporting your mental, social, financial, and physical health.
ClassPass Membership – Fully covered monthly credits for fitness, wellness, and beauty.
Office Allowance – One-time payment to upgrade your office setup.
Prezzee Staff Discounts – Exclusive deals on Prezzee gift cards – just for being part of the team.
Certification as a Great Place to Work (US, UK, and Australia)