Head Of Legal

PayXpert is a pioneer in omnichannel payments and a subsidiary of the Société Générale group. We serve a diverse array of local and international brands both online and in-store, spanning various sectors. At the heart of our vision is the creation of a payment ecosystem that fosters an inclusive commerce experience for all.

We have developed services that focus on revenue optimisation, performance enhancement, fraud prevention, and seamless payment orchestration. Our expertise extends to cross-border payments and alternative payment methods such as Alipay+ and WeChat Pay. Furthermore, our solutions are designed with accessibility in mind, offering features that cater to the visually impaired, ensuring everyone can engage in the modern commerce landscape.

PayXpert is part of Societe Generale Group.

Job Purpose

The Head of Legal plays a strategic and operational role in ensuring the company operates within legal frameworks while enabling business growth. This role requires a proactive legal leader who not only provides strategic guidance but also takes a hands-on approach in managing legal affairs, drafting and negotiating contracts, handling regulatory matters, and mitigating legal risks. The ideal candidate will have expertise in corporate, commercial, and employment law, with the ability to navigate complex financial services regulations across multiple jurisdictions.

Why Joining us?

This is a unique opportunity to lead the legal function of a rapidly growing company now part of Société Générale. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on legal work, offering exposure to complex financial services regulations and high-impact commercial transactions. If you are a dynamic and business-oriented legal professional who thrives in both leadership and operational roles, we invite you to apply and contribute to shaping the future of our company.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Team Leadership & Operations :

• Ensure the Legal team works efficiently, providing high-quality and business-oriented legal support.
• Manage and develop the legal team, fostering a proactive and solution-driven legal culture.
• Actively contribute to operational legal work, taking a hands-on approach to legal matters rather than solely managing the team.

Contract Management & Negotiation :

Risk Management & Compliance :

Regulatory & Financial Services Compliance :

Business & Employment Law Advisory :

Legal Training & Internal Processes :

Legal Team Recruitment & Development :

Position Requirements

Education & Experience :

Technical & Legal Expertise :

Payxpert Benefits :

We believe in equal employment opportunity, a culture built around gender-balanced development opportunities for our professionals, a flexible and healthy working environment, and general equality in the workplace.

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