Associate Legal Counsel
GoCardlessLeeds, England, United Kingdom • London, England, United Kingdom • Australia • France • Ireland • Latvia • Portugal • United States
Posted October 14, 2025
64000 - 96000 GBP year
Full Time
About the Company
GoCardless is a leading online payment platform that simplifies the process of collecting payments directly from customers' bank accounts. Offering one-off, automated, and recurring payments via BACS, Open Banking, Bank Pay, and Direct Debit, GoCardless eliminates late payments, reduces administrative stress, and cuts down on fees for businesses globally. With 100,000 businesses trusting their payment solutions, GoCardless is renowned for its efficient and reliable service.
Job Description
GoCardless is a global bank payment company seeking an Associate Legal Counsel. This role focuses on legal risk management, advising businesses and ensuring legal compliance in a fast-paced, tech-driven environment. The legal team is evolving to support GoCardless' growth and aims to automate processes and improve customer experience.
Requirements
- Support and advise Partner team on legal matters
- Review and negotiate contracts and legal documentation
- Supervise junior lawyers on specific projects
- Provide training and guidance on legal concepts
- Drive process improvement to improve efficiency
- Be prepared to deal with any legal issue at any time
Benefits
- Wellbeing Support
- Work Away Scheme
- Hybrid Working
- Equity
- Parental leave
- Time Off
- Life at GoCardless Values
