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Interim Legal Counsel

What We Need

Corpay is currently looking to hire a junior Interim Legal Counsel to join our Legal team on a 12 month fixed-term basis, with the opportunity to move to permanent for the right candidate. This role will provide exposure to a broad range of commercial matters while partnering with business leaders to manage legal risk. The successful candidate will be a professional who thrives in a fast-paced, global fintech environment and who is enthusiastic and willing to learn. This position reports to the General Counsel (or designated Legal leader) and will collaborate with Compliance, Risk, Human Resources, Finance, Product, and Operations teams across the organization.

How We Work

As an Interim Legal Counsel, Corpay will set you up for success by providing:

• Company-issued equipment
• Comprehensive onboarding and training
• A growing and establishing legal team
• Exposure to complex commercial and regulatory matters.

Role Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the role will include:

• BAU work including confidentiality agreements, T&Cs, drafting legal correspondence, reviewing a broad range of commercial agreements.
• Working closely with senior legal counsel as an additional resource on large complex matters, including lending, derivatives, litigation and disputes.
• Ability to identify, assess, and communicate legal risks, providing recommendations that align with Corpay's risk appetite and business objectives.
• Review, develop, and maintain legal policies, contract templates, governance documentation, and standard legal processes to improve consistency and compliance.
• Prepare concise legal risk assessments and executive summaries outlining potential impacts, mitigation strategies, and recommended actions.
• Partner with Compliance, Risk, Finance, Product, HR, and business leaders to ensure legal considerations are integrated into operational and strategic initiatives.
• Perform additional legal projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• 1-3 Years post qualification experience
• Juris Doctor (JD), LLB, or equivalent law degree
• Ability to prioritize multiple matters while delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail and an enthusiastic attitude.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in commercial, corporate, financial services, fintech, or in-house legal practice an advantage.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Paid annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to buy or sell up to 5 days of annual leave annually through the benefits enrolment window
• Pension scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Access to the Gratitudes benefits platform, offering flexible discounts, supermarket savings of 4-5%, and a range of exclusive employee offers
• Free access to LinkedIn Learning, with thousands of courses to support ongoing professional and personal development

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About Corpay

About Corpay

Corpay is a global technology organization that is leading the future of commercial payments with a culture of innovation that drives us to constantly create new and better ways to pay. Our specialized payment solutions help businesses control, simplify, and secure payment for fuel, general payables, toll and lodging expenses. Millions of people in over 80 countries around the world use our solutions for their payments.

At Corpay, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace where employees are valued for their diverse perspectives, experiences, and contributions. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion strengthen our teams, drive innovation, and support our continued success globally.

As part of our hiring process, offers of employment may be subject to the successful completion of pre-employment screening conducted by an authorized third-party provider, in accordance with applicable laws and Corpay policies. Screening requirements may include employment references, identity verification, criminal record checks, financial or sanctions screening, and other background checks relevant to the role and permitted by local law.

Notice to Recruitment Agencies and Search Firms: Corpay does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies or search firms without a valid written agreement in place. Any unsolicited candidate submissions will become the property of Corpay, and no fees will be paid related to such submissions.

Learn more about Corpay: https://www.corpay.com

Transparency & Compliance

Equal Opportunity Employer

Corpay is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Corpay is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where individuals are respected and valued for their diverse perspectives, experiences, and contributions. If you require reasonable accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, please notify a representative of the Human Resources Department.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring

Corpay may use artificial intelligence (AI) and other technology-enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process, such as application screening, candidate assessment, or interview scheduling. These tools are designed to enhance efficiency, consistency, and fairness throughout the hiring process. AI tools do not make final hiring decisions. All employment decisions involve human review. Corpay is committed to the responsible use of AI, including appropriate oversight and safeguards designed to support fair and unbiased outcomes.

Candidate Privacy Notice

For information about how Corpay processes personal information during the recruitment process, please review our Candidate Privacy Notice: https://www.corpay.com/privacy-policy.

Pay Philosophy

Corpay is committed to fair, equitable, and transparent compensation practices. Compensation decisions are based on objective, job-related factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and market benchmarks. Where required by applicable law, salary or compensation ranges will be included in the job posting or provided prior to the interview process, where required by applicable law. Additional compensation elements such as bonuses, incentives, benefits, or variable pay may apply where applicable.