Senior Corporate Counsel

Senior Corporate CounselEvery day, Global Payments makes it possible for millions of people to move money between buyers and sellers using our payments solutions for credit, debit, prepaid and merchant services. Our worldwide team helps over 3 million companies, more than 1,300 financial institutions and over 600 million cardholders grow with confidence and achieve amazing results. We are driven by our passion for success and we are proud to deliver best-in-class payment technology and software solutions. Join our dynamic team and make your mark on the payments technology landscape of tomorrow.Ready to take your career global?Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. We're looking for a Senior Corporate Counsel to join our ever-evolving Legal team and help shape the future of global commerce.What You'll OwnLead the drafting and negotiation of customer-facing commercial agreements supporting Global Payments' Genius Point of Sale business across North America.Partner with business leaders, internal stakeholders, and legal colleagues to provide practical legal guidance on customer contracts, regulatory matters, and pre-litigation disputes.Identify and evaluate legal and business risks while developing solutions that support business objectives and customer needs.Manage complex negotiations involving partner agreements, referral agreements, master services agreements, statements of work, non-disclosure agreements, and related commercial contracts.Support and lead legal department initiatives that improve efficiency, scalability, and service delivery across the business.What You'll BringJuris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school and active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.3–6 years of relevant legal experience, preferably including both law firm and in-house counsel experience.Demonstrated experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating customer-facing commercial agreements.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and explain complex legal concepts clearly.Strong business judgment, problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment while working independently and collaboratively.It's a Bonus If You HaveExperience negotiating agreements within the technology, financial services, fintech, or payments industries.Knowledge of regulatory requirements applicable to commercial technology or payment processing businesses.A client-focused mindset with a proactive approach to delivering practical legal solutions and driving business outcomes.About the TeamOur inclusive and global teams win together every day. We're proud to have the best minds in the industry, who you can learn from as you grow your career. The people, the energy, the connections – it's unmatched. Come and be part of an ever-evolving company and get dynamic opportunities that go beyond borders.What Makes a Globalpayer?Globalpayers think like a client, act like an owner and win as one team. We're curious and innovative – always finding better ways to deliver impact. We empower each other to make decisions, and it's our passion that drives excellence in everything we set out to do.Does this sound like you? Then you sound like a Globalpayer. Apply now to take your career global.LocationAtlanta, Georgia or Cincinnati, Ohio. Other locations may be considered for the right candidate.RelocationRelocation assistance is not available for this position.CompensationGlobal Payments offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, skills, location, and applicable market data.Global Payments Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Global Payments provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. If you wish to request reasonable accommodations related to applying for employment or provide feedback about the accessibility of this website, please contact