EBANX is the leading payment platform connecting global companies with customers from the fastest-growing digital markets in the world.
Since the beginning of our journey, we have had one mission: to provide global access for everyone. We believe that transforming challenges into opportunities and making the impossible part of the journey is crucial! That's precisely why we created a payment technology that builds bridges between people and businesses every day in 29 rising markets across the globe.
We call ourselves ebankers, we are global thinkers, we value diversity, we foster creativity and we work hard to connect businesses and people worldwide through payments. Let's make history together?
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced LATAM Legal Specialist to join our legal team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring legal compliance, managing commercial contracts, and supporting EBANX's business operations. This position requires in-depth knowledge of commercial law, contract negotiation, risk management, and international business transactions. The LATAM Legal Specialist will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, provide legal advice, and contribute to the achievement of EBANX's strategic objectives. If you are looking to make a significant impact in the global payments industry, we invite you to join our team.
You will also be responsible for:
- Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of Latam commercial contracts, including client agreements, partnership agreements, and vendor contracts.
- Provide legal advice and guidance to internal departments on contractual matters, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Conduct legal research to stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
- Identify potential legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, protecting EBANX's interests and reputation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as Sales, Finance, and Operations, to support business initiatives and ensure legal compliance.
- Liaise with external legal counsel, as necessary, to handle complex legal issues or specialized matters.
- Support the development and implementation of company policies, procedures, and guidelines related to commercial contracts.
- Stay informed about industry trends and developments that may impact EBANX's contractual relationships.
- Participate in contract negotiations, representing EBANX's interests and securing favorable terms.
- Provide training and guidance to internal team members.
Main requirements for this position:
- Law degree; additional certifications or advanced degrees are a plus.
- Experience practicing commercial law, preferably with a focus on contractual matters.
- Strong knowledge of commercial law, contract drafting, negotiation, and risk management.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex legal issues and provide practical solutions.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Fluency in Spanish, Portuguese and English are required; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.
- Admitted to the bar and licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.
What else would we like to see?
- Familiarity with financial technology (fintech) or payments industry is highly desirable.
- Experience working in a multinational company or with international clients and contracts.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
EBANX offers:
- A challenging environment with opportunities to grow;
- Casual office and flexible dress code;
- Spanish, English and Portuguese classes;
- WAVES - Program of goals and results (variable compensation);
- MANY MORE!
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What We Do
WE GIVE ACCESS
Since our founding in 2012, our aim is to make the world an explorable place for Latin Americans, and Latin America a possible region for international companies to enter. By offering local payment methods across LatAm we are conquering these desire day after day and already helped over 1000 merchants expand their business into the region and over 50 million Latin Americans to access global services and products. Companies like Airbnb, Wish, Spotify, Deezer, Aliexpress, Shopee, Ctrip and many other are among our portfolio.
EBANX is headquartered in Curitiba - Brazil, but we are spread in all Latin America, US, China and Europe. Today, we are almost 1000 bankers around the world.
More information about the company can be found on the official website.
Watch our official video to know more about EBANX: https://youtu.be/h6y13xsDw-c
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