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Associate General Counsel

  • Team Legal, Compliance, Risk and Audit
  • Location Atlanta, Georgia, United States
  • Position Type Full time
  • Reference Number R0073512
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Job Description

Ready to take your career global?

Make your mark at a global technology company powering mission-critical software and solutions for customers around the world. We’re looking for an Associate General Counsel to join our ever-evolving Corporate Legal team and support our Education Solutions businesses as they continue to grow and innovate.

What you’ll own

  • Serve as the lead legal advisor to our Education Solutions businesses, partnering with executive leaders to support strategic priorities and drive business growth.

  • Advise on complex commercial, regulatory, governance, and operational legal matters, delivering practical, risk-based guidance aligned to business objectives.

  • Lead legal support for corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, strategic investments, and other growth initiatives.

  • Identify and mitigate legal risk while collaborating across finance, compliance, product, and business teams to develop solutions that enable innovation and operational excellence.

  • Build strong relationships across the organization, providing trusted counsel and helping navigate evolving legal and business challenges.

What you’ll bring

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

  • 10+ years of legal experience, including significant experience supporting technology, software, SaaS, or education-focused businesses.

  • Strong background in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, commercial transactions, and strategic business counseling.

  • Demonstrated ability to assess legal risk, provide practical business-focused advice, and influence decision-making at senior leadership levels.

  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

It’s a bonus if you have

  • Experience supporting education technology, software, SaaS, or other highly regulated technology-driven businesses.

  • Experience leading or supporting domestic and international acquisitions, integrations, and strategic business initiatives.

  • A proactive, ownership-driven mindset with a track record of building trusted partnerships and solving complex legal and business challenges.

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.

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    Our Benefits

    Explore the benefits we offer in the USA

    • 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.

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      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.

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      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.

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      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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