Legal Counsel
Responsibilities:
- Legal Analysis, Review of Agreements and Risk Mitigation:
- Review and Interpret all terms and conditions of contracts (master agreements, SOWs, IOs, NDAs, etc.) to ensure clarity, completeness, and enforceability.
- Identify, Analyze, and Mitigate potential legal and business risks, including liabilities, indemnities, warranties, and breach of contract scenarios.
- Ensure Regulatory Compliance with all relevant laws, directives, and industry-specific regulations (e.g., MiFID II, GDPR, or local commercial laws).
- Draft and Negotiate necessary amendments, addenda, and side letters to align contract terms with the client's interests and standard legal playbook.
- Contract Administration and Structure:
- Confirm Party Details to ensure the Parties listed are the correct legal entities, addresses, and registration numbers, including verifying group relationships and ultimate beneficial owners (UBOs) where relevant.
- Manage Renewal and Termination by scrutinizing clauses for Duration and Termination, paying special attention to automatic renewal provisions, required notice periods, and the method of termination (e.g., registered mail).
- Determine Governing Law and Jurisdiction to ensure contracts specify clear mechanisms for Dispute Resolution and the appropriate governing jurisdiction.
- Communication and Record Keeping:
- Provide Clear Feedback to the business, identifying Open Points and Red Flags in a clear and actionable manner.
- Maintain Records of all contract drafts, final signed versions, negotiation history, and associated legal opinions.
- Consult with Internal Stakeholders (HR, Finance, Compliance, and other internal departments) to ensure contract terms align with internal policies and business objectives.
Requirements:
- Legal professional with extensive experience.
- Significant experience working across multiple jurisdictions, particularly in Europe, MENA, the Americas, and APAC.
- Ability to work autonomously, make decisions, and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to draft policies for group companies, complex commercial agreements and review third-party contracts, identifying risks, ambiguities, and unfavorable terms.
- Strong task-management abilities
- Preferred But Not Essential:
- Previous experience in a regulated industry (e.g., financial services, fintech, or another compliance-heavy sector).
- Experience leading or mentoring legal teams or junior colleagues.
- Personal Qualities:
- Proactive and results-driven – willing to get hands dirty and deliver under pressure.
- Responsibility for results - you're accountable and the driving force, not your manager.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills – ability to manage teams and collaborate with stakeholders globally.
- Excellent problem-solving ability – able to navigate complex legal and regulatory landscapes.
- Highly organised and detail-oriented – capable of managing multiple legal matters simultaneously.
- Strong communication skills – able to convey complex legal issues clearly to non-legal stakeholders.
- Ownership of the tasks and projects until the final result is achieved.
Skills
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Basics
Which location are you applying for?, Resume/CV, Full name, Email, Phone, Current location, Current company, LinkedIn URL, Other website, Which age group do you belong to?, How do you describe your race and/or ethnicity?, What is your gender?, Which of the following best describes your sexual orientation?, Do you identify with a religion or belief system?, If yes, which of the following best describes your religion or belief?, Do you consider yourself to have a disability or long-term health condition?, Do you require workplace accommodations?, Do you have primary caregiving responsibilities (children, elderly, or other dependants)?
Short answers (1)
- What is your salary expectation (annually / gross in PLN)?
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- How many years of experience do you have in a similar role? optional
- Do you have the citizenship or the legal right to work in Poland?
- Will you require Visa sponsorship in the future?
- Are you comfortable with a hybrid work model? Our office is located in Warsaw.
- What is your notice period?
- Do you have any relatives or close family members who are currently employed by Capital.com?
Written answers (1)
- *If you answered "Yes" in the previous question, please provide their name and relationship to you. optional