Senior Legal Advisor - Fintech
3 days ago
Valencia
HBX Group is the world’s leading technology partner, connecting and empowering the world of travel. We’re game-changers, disruptors, the people who bring together local and global brands in accommodation, transport, activities and payments through our network of 300,000 hotels worldwide, 60,000 hard to reach high value clients such as tour operators, travel agents and loyalty schemes across 140 source markets. We are tech-driven, with a customer-first philosophy, and commercial teams whose knowledge and relationships on the ground are second to none. And of course we have an amazing team! Our people, Team HBX Group, are the beating heart of the company who we encourage to ‘move fast, dream big and make the difference’ every day. In fact, we believe that it is tech + data + people that truly sets us apart in the market, alongside our ‘global approach, local touch’ mentality. We’re headquartered in Palma, Mallorca and employ around 3,500 people worldwide. JOB DESCRIPTION: Purpose: The role, with an important Fintech component, forms a key part of the Legal team in managing and advising on risk and legal liability for the group, as a Travel Tech Company, to ensure we achieve the strong growth plans of the group. Expected deliveries: • To assist Fintech/Insurtech Team with the set-up and implementation of Fintech/Insurtech initiatives according to the roadmap, ensuring effective development of strategic projects., • To advise Fintech/Insurtech Team on their day-to-day business decisions, reviewing contracts from a commercial perspective as well as considering the regulatory framework worldwide, providing preventive counselling on the legal requirements, identifying, monitoring and advising upon legal risks within the area. Responsibilities • Legal assistance to the Fintech/Insurtech Team on the risks of new initiatives from a commercial and regulatory perspective. Monitoring of new regulations and impact on HBX activities., • Advise Fintech/Insurtech Team on day-to-day business decisions, providing preventive counselling and reviewing contracts, especially focusing on regulatory requirements., • Coordinate with other functions (i.e Tax, Compliance, HR, IT Security…) to give aligned and complete advice to Fintech/Insurtech Group., • To review and reshape the current ways of working aligning with the fast-paced & evolving environment of HBX, by improving, simplifying, and designing guidelines, and scalable processes/protocols jointly with relevant stakeholders. Requirements • Strong interpersonal skills with excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and desirable also Spanish, • Strong organizational and analytical skills, with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadline pressures., • Risk Management, • Good negotiation skills: Ability to negotiate and handle difficult situations with internal stakeholders and/or externals, • Strong attention to detail, • Autonomy, • Ability to cross connect issues with different functions., • Team player, • Flexibility, agility and adaptability to change. Experience • Minimum 6 years’ experience in similar or related roles, • Previous experience working as an inhouse counsel in a multinational company and dealing with Fintech matters. Previous experience in Fintech Dept of a law firm will be valued., • Experience working in a multinational and multicultural environment. Qualifications • A law degree from a reputable institution, required., • Master/specialization in Fintech Law, desirable., • Experience in Legal Fintech, required., • Experience in Data Protection, desirable., • Business level of proficiency in English, required., • Other languages will be valued. At HBX Group, we believe that diversity drives innovation and makes travel a force for good. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, embracing different backgrounds, perspectives and talents. Join us and be part of a team where diversity and equal opportunities really do make a difference. You will have the opportunity to work for a company that is going through significant change in becoming the world´s leading travel services provider. We are looking for people that are ready to ride the wave in this exciting journey. As well as an attractive benefits package you will be able to work: • Within an innovative, engaging and multicultural environment., • Have the opportunity to build strong and lasting business relationships and friendships from around the world., • Have the opportunity in developing your career locally or within one of our beautiful working locations across the globe.
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