The Senior Commercial Counsel will draft, negotiate, and close commercial agreements, advising management on legal issues while collaborating with various teams to mitigate risk and improve efficiency in contracting processes.
WHO WE ARE
At Trustly, we're building a smarter, faster, and more secure financial future by revolutionizing the world of payments. As a global leader in Open Banking Payments, we are establishing Pay by Bank as the new standard at checkout, providing unparalleled freedom, speed, and ease to millions of consumers and merchants worldwide.
Our Ambition: To build the world’s most disruptive payment network and redefine what the payment experience should feel like.
Trustly is a global team of innovators, collaborators, and doers. If you are driven by a strong sense of purpose and thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and high-growth environment, join us and be part of a team that’s transforming the way the world pays.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a Senior Commercial Counsel to join our global legal team at an exciting period in Trustly’s growth. You will be responsible for partnering with our commercial teams to draft, negotiate and close a wide variety of transactions with some of the world’s biggest brands.
You will be a highly commercial and pragmatic individual who enjoys partnering closely with sales and partnerships teams, and a wider legal team, in order to build enduring relationships with high profile brands. You will possess a strong inherent understanding for the mitigation and management of risk and you take pride in protecting the business, winning the best overall deal, alongside remaining open to creative solutions where required.
WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH
On the Legal, Regulatory and Compliance team, we are dedicated to ensuring that we operate with integrity and adhere to all relevant laws and regulations. Our initiatives are designed to help us achieve our goals while promoting responsible business practices and upholding the highest standards of legal and regulatory compliance. This role will work cross-functionally with go-to-market, banking & merchant partnerships, compliance, and product functions at Trustly to support the sustainable growth of a hyper-scale business.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Review, draft and interpret a broad range of commercial agreements with merchants, partners, financial institutions, and vendors;
- Proactively manage and lead negotiations and build strong alliances with our commercial team in order to do so;
- Work with go-to-market teams, commercial & partnerships teams and the wider legal team to implement creative solutions to novel challenges;
- Advise management and internal stakeholders regarding agreements, terms and conditions and other commercial issues;
- Maintain and update Trustly’s standard form agreements and playbooks to streamline the contracting process, maintain compliance and mitigate risk for Trustly;
- Work cross functionally in order to iterate on Trustly’s contracting processes in order to improve efficiency for the business;
- Assist with the launch of new global product initiatives.
WHO YOU ARE
- JD degree required and active membership in at least one US jurisdiction.
- 5+ years of experience negotiating a wide variety of agreements, in-house or secondment experience in a fast-paced technology company is preferred.
- A strong understanding of privacy implications and privacy laws, as they pertain to commercial agreements.
- Experience in fintech or payments is desirable but not essential.
- Proven ability to partner with a wide variety of stakeholders but a particular focus on building a strong working relationship with partnership and sales teams.
- Entrepreneurial & creative by nature, has a bias for action, but is empathetic in dealing with multiple stakeholders and driving issues to a resolution.
- A strong ability to balance risk whilst achieving business objectives.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain complex legal issues in simple terms and report issues to multiple different stakeholders.
Applications for this role are accepted on an ongoing basis.
SALARY RANGES IN US-BASED ROLE POSTING
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Recruiters can share more information with applicants about the specific salary range for preferred locations during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, and other perks and benefits.
WHAT WE OFFER
At Trustly, you will have the chance to solve meaningful challenges alongside some of the brightest minds in FinTech. Together, we are shaping the future of payments in an environment that celebrates curiosity, collaboration, and innovation. You will be challenged and empowered to grow, making a real impact every step of the way.
Our team is as diverse as the global footprint we serve, with colleagues across Silicon Valley, the U.S., Canada, Brazil, Europe, and beyond. We embrace a remote-first culture that empowers you to balance your career ambitions with personal fulfillment. At Trustly, we foster a workplace where everyone feels they belong—a place where teamwork thrives, ideas flourish, and we never forget to have fun along the way.
The total compensation packages include competitive salaries, bonus plans, and stock options. We offer innovative perks and benefits packages that include:
- Flexible paid time off & generous PTO accrual plans
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and other insurances
- FSA & HSA plans for medical and dependent care
- Home office set-up allowance
- Internet stipend
- Retirement plan match for 401k and RRSP
- Gender-neutral paid parental leave, and more!
(The benefits and total compensation packages outlined above are for full-time employees; some exclusions apply for temporary positions.)
At Trustly, we embrace and celebrate diversity of all forms and the value it brings to our employees and customers. We are proud and committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and believe an open and inclusive environment enables people to do their best work. All decisions regarding hiring, advancement, and any other aspects of employment are made solely on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
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