About GSS

Hello. Welcome to GSS! We're transforming the global financial system with cutting-edge technology, including artificial intelligence and collaboration with top financial institutions. Our platform sets new standards in compliance screening for sanctions, making international payments faster, smoother, and friction-free. Join us in revolutionising the industry and making a real impact!

What you’ll do

Key responsibilities in this role will include (but not be limited to):

• Reviewing and negotiating GSS client agreements (these are global banks and you will need to be comfortable working with in-house and external legal teams supporting the bank);

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including but not limited to, vendor agreements, partnership agreements, and NDA’s;

• Developing/maintaining GSS standard contract templates and know-how material;
• Anticipating, identifying and advising on IP, competition, employment issues and advising on disputes as they may arise;
• Advise on matters including key commercial projects, general advice on regulatory matters, privacy, compliance requirements etc

• Conduct legal research and analysis to stay abreast of relevant legal developments and provide proactive advice to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities.
• Assist with Data Mapping, DPIAs, Data Protection Authorities and FI client enquiries;
• Work with GSS stakeholders and the executive team to develop, implement, and update a globally comprehensive privacy by design program, focused on assessing risks, designing and updating controls, monitoring and evidencing compliance, and evolving the program over time;

• Developing and providing training and legal updates to the business on various areas of the law and regulatory matters; and
• Being a trusted advisor to the executive team and working with the business as a whole to provide a legal resource available for ad-hoc queries that may arise.

About you

What you’ll need

• To be a qualified solicitor, with ideally 6+ years’ PQE, with strong experience with commercial and technology contracts within a fintech environment;
• Knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory frameworks – eg GDPR, competition law, DORA, outsourcing
• To be able to take a Pragmatic and customer focussed approach to risk management;
• To be able to work alone and as part of a team as required.

What You Get in Return:

🚀 Impactful Work: Be part of a growing startup where your contributions make a real difference.

🏖 Generous Leave: Enjoy 30 days of holiday (plus bank holidays).

💷 Comprehensive Benefits: Including a generous pension scheme, private medical insurance, and life assurance.

👩‍⚕️ Wellbeing Perks: Access to EAP, YuLife, holistic wellbeing programs, and a Virtual GP for your health and happiness.

🤸‍♀️ Flexibility: Hybrid working environment with the option to work remotely for up to 4 weeks a year.

👩‍🎓 Learning: Access to Udemy, a learning platform with thousands of top-rated courses to develop both tech and business skills.

Ready to revolutionise finance and have fun doing it? Join GSS where we live by our values: Be Respectful, Be Bold and Take Ownership. Come join us and take your career to new heights!

Diversity statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.