Head of Corporate Legal

Join Qonto as Head of Corporate Legal and lead our corporate legal function as we transition from a payment service provider to a licensed bank. You'll manage complex governance, M&A, and compliance matters while reducing our reliance on external counsel and mentoring 2 team members. You'll partner directly with our Board of Directors, investors, and Executive team to ensure Qonto's corporate structure supports our ambitious growth plans.

Requirements

• 10+ years of corporate law experience
• Combining the rigor and technical depth of a top law firm with the business partnering mindset of in-house counsel
• Hands-on experience preparing board materials, drafting board minutes, organizing Board and Committee meetings, and managing corporate governance frameworks
• Experience leading or playing a significant role in M&A deals (buy-side or sell-side), including due diligence, structuring, negotiation, and closing
• Experience managing BSPCE, stock options, or equity compensation programs
• Team leadership and mentorship experience, managing and mentoring junior lawyers or paralegals

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Meal vouchers
• Public transportation reimbursement (part or global)
• Great health insurance (depending on the country)
• Employee well-being initiatives: access to Moka Care to take care of your mental health and great offers for sports and wellness activities
• Progressive disability and parenthood policy (1 in 6 of Qonto employees is a parent!) and childcare benefits with selected partners
• Monthly team events