This is Worldline.
Worldline is the European leader in the payment and transactional services industry. With innovation at the core of its DNA, Worldlines core offerings include pan European and domestic commercial acquiring for physical and online businesses, secured payment transaction processing for banks and financial institutions, as well as transactional services in e ticketing for local and central public agencies. With a presence in over 30 countries, Worldline is the preferred payment partner for merchants, banks, public transport operators, government agencies, and industrial companies, delivering cutting edge digital services. Our operations are organized around three key areas: Merchant Services, Financial Services (including equensWorldline), and Mobility & e Transactional Services.
The Opportunity : Legal Counsel
At Worldline, our technology addresses persistent challenges in the payment world. We design and operate leading digital payment and transactional solutions that facilitate sustainable economic growth while reinforcing trust and security in our societies. If you are a highly skilled and solution driven Legal Counsel, we invite you to join our team. In this role, you will provide guidance, advice, and legal support to the various Belgian legal entities within the Worldline Group. You will be part of a dynamic legal team operating in an international, multicultural, and regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities :
As a Legal Counsel, your day to day responsibilities will include:
* Drafting, negotiating, and managing all commercial and legal agreements to ensure the legal rights of Worldline companies in Belgium, in compliance with group standards.
* Providing legal support to Worldline Group Legal on matters such as mergers, corporate governance, and compliance.
* Managing disputes and overseeing litigations.
* Offering general and specialized legal advice to colleagues across various departments.
* Ensuring the availability and updates of standard contractual documents for commercial and technical teams.
* Managing relationships with external legal counsel.
* Advising on internal policies and ensuring compliance with laws and guidelines related to business activities.
* Researching and assessing legal risk factors associated with business operations and decisions.
* Applying effective legal risk management techniques and proactively advising on potential legal issues.
* Communicating and negotiating with external parties (regulators, legal counsel, public authorities, etc.) to establish trustworthy relationships.
Signs of Success :
1. Exhibiting a high degree of professional ethics and integrity.
2. Staying current with developments in relev