Senior Corporate Counsel

About The Team

Our 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 You'll Own

• Lead 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 Bring

• Juris 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 have

• Experience 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.

Location: Atlanta, Georgia or Cincinnati, Ohio. Other locations may be considered for the right candidate.

Relocation: Relocation assistance is not available for this position.