Corporate Legal Counsel - Cape Town Full job descriptionAbout PayUPayU, a leading payment and Fintech company in 50+ high-growth markets throughout Asia, Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America, the Middle East and Africa, part of Prosus group, one of the largest technology investors in the world is redefining the way people buy and sell online for our 300.000+ merchants and millions of consumers.As a leading online payment service provider, we deploy more than 400 payment methods and PCI-certified platforms to process approximately 6 million payments every single day.Thinking of becoming a PayUneer and you are curious to know more about us? Read more about the life in PayU hereTo support the company’s growth plans in their cross-border, global merchants and partnership business, PayU is looking for a legal counsel with preferably a strong background in payments and/or finance. The role will be a global role based in Cape Town, South Africa. As Corporate Legal Counsel, you will provide corporate legal support to the PayU group worldwide.RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACTIVITIESLead legal counsel for the negotiation of global merchant, cross border and partnership initiativesLead legal counsel for negotiation and review of global IT and other vendor agreementsOwn key template agreements used to commercialise the global merchant and cross border businessWork with regional PayU legal and compliance members on cross border and global merchant transactionsSupport corporate actions initiated by finance and/or tax departmentSupervise corporate secretarial functionReport into PayU GPO General Counsel.QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE3-5 years’ experience including formal qualification as a commercial/corporate lawyer and at least 2 years completed with a reputable law firmExcellent knowledge of contracts law is a requirementExperience in a fintech or financial institutionKnowledge concerning payments methods such as credit cards, debit cards, direct debit, e-money and other alternative payment methods desired, but not essentialExperience in running complex and difficult legal negotiationsCorporate experience desired, but not essentialComfortable and proficient working in a predominantly English language environment, high standard of written communication and drafting in English.BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIESCommitment to providing high quality legal support, service-minded attitude, able to build relationships with internal stakeholders and clients across different levels and disciplinesInternationally minded, open attitude, enthusiastic and pro-active, results-orientedComfortable working independently (with support where needed), interest in taking on new challenges and learning opportunities, developing oneselfComfortable working in a fast-moving environment with performance-based cultureGood business sense and judgment, ability to think creatively, contributor to team and enjoyable working environment.About usAt PayU, we are a global fintech investor and our vision is to build a world without financial borders where everyone can prosper. We give people in high-growth markets the financial services and products they need to thrive. Our expertise in 18 high-growth markets enables us to extend the reach of financial services. This drives everything we do, from investing in technology entrepreneurs, to offering credit to underserved individuals, to helping merchants buy, sell and operate online. Being part of Prosus, one of the largest technology investors in the world, gives us the presence and expertise to make a real impact. Find out more www.payu.comOur Commitment To Building A Diverse And Inclusive WorkforceAs a global and multi-cultural organization with varied ethnicities thriving across locations, we realize that our responsibility towards fulfilling the D&I commitment is huge. Therefore, we continuously strive to create a diverse, inclusive and safe environment, for all of our people, communities and customers. Our leaders are committed to create an inclusive work culture which enables transparency, flexibility and unbiased attention to each and every PayUneer so they can succeed, irrespective of gender, color or personal faith. An environment where every person feels they belong, that they are listened to, and where they are empowered to speak up. At PayU we have zero tolerance towards any form of prejudice whether a specific race, ethnicity, or of persons with disabilities or the LGBTQ communities.
