Senior Corporate Counsel

Team Legal, Compliance, Risk and Audit
Location Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Position Type Full time
Reference Number R0072742

Job Description

Ready to take your career global?

Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. We’re looking for a Senior Corporate Counsel to join our ever-evolving Legal team and help shape the future of global commerce.

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.

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 makes a Globalpayer?

Globalpayers think like a client, act like an owner and win as one team. We’re curious and innovative – always finding better ways to deliver impact. We empower each other to make decisions, and it’s our passion that drives excellence in everything we set out to do.

Does this sound like you? Then you sound like a Globalpayer. Apply now to take your career global.

Location

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

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Compensation

Global Payments offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, skills, location, and applicable market data.

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Our Benefits

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My Health
We offer access to medical coverage that supports the health and wellbeing for you and your family.
My Money
In addition to base salary, you may be eligible for bonuses and/or equity awards, determined by role, level, impact, and our policies.
My Lifestyle
We have a dedicated Wellness Week each year – which includes an extra paid day off - so you can take time to relax, recharge and invest in your wellbeing.
My Family
FLEX, our family inclusion community, offers support for all Globalpayers at every stage, from raising families to caring for loved ones
My Time Off
We offer paid time off and public holidays so you can rest, recharge and spend time on what matters most.

Application steps

Submit Your Application

Here's where we'll learn a little about you, why you want to join Global Payments, and why you'd be a good addition to our team. You'll also need to upload your resume and a cover letter too.

Application Review

Once you’ve submitted your application, Globalpayers will review it and see if you’re a good match for the role, team and culture. If you’re successful, we'll invite you for an interview where we can get to know each other better.

Interview with a Globalpayer

This is the time where we get to know you better, and your opportunity to learn more about us. The best way to thrive is to bring your whole self to the conversation. We’ll ask about your skills and experiences, as well as your career aspirations. Depending on the role, you might have multiple interviews with various Globalpayers.

Offer and Onboarding

The exciting part! If you’re the best candidate, your recruiter will be in touch to confirm your offer. If you accept, we’ll walk you through the next steps of what you can expect during your background check and onboarding process to get you ready to become an official Globalpayer.

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