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TITLE: Associate General CounselDEPARTMENT: Corporate-LegalREPORTING TO: Deputy General CounselOFFICE LOCATION: Madrid, SpainROLE TYPE: Hybrid, Full-timeIPC is a global fintech company that puts people at the center of innovation. With a strong global footprint, we empower financial institutions and capital markets with advanced cloud-based trading communications and managed connectivity solutions.Through our portfolio of communications and connectivity solutions, we focus on solving business challenges and adapting to regulatory changes in the fast-paced global financial markets. This enables our clients to maintain consistent market access, a strong competitive advantage, and enhanced operational efficiency.Join a team that is dedicated to delivering groundbreaking products and making a significant impact on our clients' success. Overview of the TeamThe Legal team at IPC partners closely with the business to provide practical, commercially focused legal advice that enables growth while effectively managing risk. The team supports a broad range of functions across the organisation, including sales, product, technology, operations, finance and procurement, and plays a key role in supporting IPC’s strategic objectives across EMEA and the US.The team operates in a fast-paced, international environment and works collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external advisors to deliver timely, high-quality legal support.Role Overview:As an Associate General Counsel you will support IPC’s EMEA and US business. You will report directly into the General Deputy Counsel and you will have exposure to various internal stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.You will undertake a diverse and varied in-house role, working for a market leading financial technology company.Negotiating, drafting and advising on commercial agreements for a technology company, including customer agreements (including SaaS, license, CapEx, maintenance and managed services agreements) and vendor agreements (including in-bound license agreements) Supporting sales, procurement, product management, operations and finance teams regarding commercial agreements Providing guidance on commercial legal issues and risk mitigation in support of the business teams Managing a wide range of other in-house responsibilities with support from expert external counsel Supporting company secretarial function Negotiating, drafting and advising on a wide range of other agreements, including distributor agreements, intercompany agreements and leasesEssential Skills and Experience to be Successful in this Role:5+ Years Post Qualified Experience European or US Qualified Lawyer Fluency in English Experience with commercial technology contracts Experience with financial technology would be beneficial Bright, high-energy and committed to always acting with the highest ethical standards Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills Committed to contributing to a culture of high performance Ability to develop practical solutions to complex problemsDesired Skills and Experience:Previous in-house legal experience within a technology or FinTech environment Experience supporting international or cross-border business operations Familiarity with regulatory or compliance considerations relevant to financial technology Experience working with senior stakeholders and leadership teams Ability to prioritise effectively and manage multiple matters simultaneously Interest in business transformation and continuous improvementWhat’s in It for You?At IPC, your compensation is only part of the package. We are committed to investing in a range of programs and initiatives to improve the overall experience of our employees.In addition to a collaborative, high-performing team environment, we’re pleased to offer benefits including:Competitive Base Salaries Benefits Package: Private Enhanced Health Insurance Pluxee Restaurant Pass Pluxee Transport Pass (only for Hybrid positions) Additional Benefits: Access to Flexible Retribution Scheme Additional Time off for Charity Work and Volunteering Tuition Reimbursement Program Certification Bonus Program Access to “IPC University” (our Internal E-Learning Platform) Access to LinkedIn Learning Access to Babbel+ Platform and Local Language Training Program Wellness Program (including access to Modern Health Platform) Employee Referral Scheme Further information about your benefits will be provided during your onboarding process.Additional Information:At IPC, we believe that hybrid working creates an inclusive, flexible environment where employees can perform at their best, and teams can collaborate, innovate, and celebrate successes together. We spend around 60% of our time in the office and around 40% of our time working remotely. Some employees may be required to work from the office or client sites more than 60% of the time, if required by their role and/or client needs.Your precise work schedule will be determined by you and your Line Manager before commencement of employment with IPC. You can explore more about our culture, offerings and commitment on .IPC’s Work Culture:The IPC work culture is one that fosters inclusion, prioritizes innovation, and maximizes potential. We are a global ecosystem, full of diverse people that together made IPC what it is today.Our strength as an organization is the sum of our different backgrounds, perspectives, skills and geographies; supported by an ironclad commitment to constructive dialogue and open-mindedness. We live and breathe our commitment to innovation by embracing bold ideas, seizing new opportunities and striving for excellence. Our people have continued to deliver ground-breaking solutions to our clients for over 50 years.
