Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel
Netherlands

This is Worldline.

Worldline helps businesses of all shapes and sizes to accelerate their growth journey - quickly, simply, and securely. We are the innovators at the heart of the payments technology industry, shaping how the world pays and gets paid. Our technology powers the growth of millions of businesses across 5 continents. And just as we help our customers accelerate their business, we are committed to helping our people accelerate their careers. Together, we shape the evolution.

The Opportunity

As the Legal Counsel, you will provide guidance, advice, and legal support to each of the Group’s Business Lines (Merchant Services and Financial Services) on legal questions arising from Dutch-related activities. You will collaborate closely with Sales, Project Management, Executive Leadership, Compliance, and other internal departments to ensure alignment with local and the Group’s legal strategy and with applicable Dutch and European laws and regulations.

You will be part of the Dutch Worldline Legal Team, reporting to Head of Legal. You will be based in the Netherlands and report to the Head of Legal Benelux. You will be Hoofddorp based and part of a dynamic legal team within an international company and multi-cultural environment.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Drafting, negotiating and reviewing of a wide range of commercial agreements across our payment ecosystem - from high-value bank partnerships and merchant agreements to supplier and partnership arrangements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of contract law and monitor relevant (regulatory) law and regulation.
• Developing and maintaining cutting-edge contract templates.
• Serving as trusted advisor on Dutch corporate law governance supporting the Corporate Secretary, including drafting corporate resolutions, corporate housekeeping, and ensure compliance with Dutch corporate law and regulations.
• Handle requests for legal support from Worldline Group Legal, e.g. in support of various projects , restructuring and corporate governance.
• Handling disputes and following up of claims and litigations.
• Advise on and draft internal policies and ensure the compliance with laws and guidelines related to Worldline’s activities, including regulated services in the payment industry.
• Apply effective legal risk management techniques and offer proactive advice on possible legal issues.
• Communicate, manage and negotiate with internal stakeholders as well as external parties.

Who Are We Looking For

We look for big thinkers. People who can act as an ambassador for Worldline Group’s transparent culture, balancing global standards with local context and ensuring decisions and processes are clear and explainable. In practice this means:

• Masters degree in Dutch law with at least 5 years of experience at similar position in fintech, payments, or banking sectors and track record in regulated financial environments are considered a plus.
• Fluent in Dutch and English; French is a plus.
• Proven commercial contracting experience with excellent negotiation skills.
• Possess solid knowledge and understanding of Dutch corporate law and procedures.
• Sharp analytical mind with excellent research capabilities and sound legal judgement.
• Thrives in fast-paced, regulated environments while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
• Solution-driven approach with the flexibility to adapt to diverse legal challenges.
• Collaborative spirit combined with independent decision-making abilities.
• Proactive mindset and willingness to exceed expectations.

Perks & Benefits

At Worldline you’ll get the chance to be at the heart of the global payments technology industry and shape how the world pays and gets paid. On top of that, you will also:

• Be part of a company guided by a strong purpose to do good and recognized as top 1% of the most sustainable companies in all sectors worldwide.
• Work with inspiring colleagues and be empowered to learn, grow and accelerate your career.
• At Worldline our top priority is to engage, encourage and develop you to help you improve your potential. In fact, we have comprehensive training and development programs in place demonstrating our dedication to developing your career.

Shape the evolution.

We are pushing towards the next frontiers of payments technology, and we look for big thinkers to join our journey. People with passion, can-do attitude and a hunger to learn and grow. Here you’ll work with ambitious colleagues from around the world, take on unique challenges as a team, and make a real impact on the society. And with our empowering culture, strong technology and extensive training opportunities, we help you accelerate your career. Wherever you decide to go. Join our global team of over 18,000 innovators across 40+ countries, and shape a tomorrow that is yours to own.

Learn more about life at Worldline at jobs.worldline.com 

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or any applicable legally protected characteristics.

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