Lead Counsel - Product

ABOUT THE TEAM

We are a close-knit team of 12 lawyers based in the UK, India and Bulgaria. We are one of the most cross-functional teams in the company, helping Tideans accomplish their goals, grow the company and stay compliant. Each team member is a true owner and has a huge impact every day.

We place a lot of emphasis on team collaboration, honesty and support. We seek to make all new joiners feel part of Team Legal from day one. We're looking for an individual who'll not only fit into that team, but will bring new ideas, challenge us and leave a lasting mark.

ABOUT THE ROLE 

As Lead Product Counsel for our German operations, you will serve as a subject matter expert on a diverse range of regulatory and legal issues relating to the development, launch, marketing and operation of Tide’s products and services. 

Acting as the primary lawyer for our German operations, you’ll be a key part of Tide's expansion, empowering German entrepreneurs by providing them with innovative and efficient financial tools.  

This is a senior role within the Tide Legal Team, with high executive visibility and excellent opportunities to lead the resolution of complex legal, technology and business issues in a high-performing global team. 

As a Lead Product Counsel for Germany - you’ll be:

• Advising product teams and management on German and EU legal and regulatory requirements for activities, products, and services, and liaising with external counsel as needed.  
• Guiding business teams through legal frameworks to design, launch, and improve products, particularly in payments, lending, and acquiring.
• Drafting and reviewing product-related terms, policies, and communications, ensuring compliance with German and EU regulations.
• Anticipating challenges and delivering creative legal solutions to support the product roadmap.
• Supporting EU market expansion by conducting legal surveys and assessing regulatory requirements.
• Managing complex contracts and legal projects, ensuring timely execution with input from stakeholders.
• Providing agile advice on a wide range of legal queries, including corporate, commercial, and operational matters.
• Assisting with regulatory changes, advocacy efforts, investigations, audits, and ad hoc disputes.
• Training and guiding teams on German and EU regulatory developments and implications.
• Mentoring junior lawyers and supporting their development.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR

• German qualified lawyer with 5+ years PQE with expertise applying German and EU laws and regulations within payments institutions, fintech companies, or top-tier law firms. Knowledge of laws in other major European jurisdictions is desirable. 
• Have experience drafting product or service terms and conditions in a technology driven environment.
• Excel at navigating complex legal challenges and providing guidance to business teams.
• Thrive in fast-paced, growth-oriented business settings. You possess an entrepreneurial mindset and are comfortable making decisions under tight deadlines and managing ambiguity.
• Fluency in German & English; additional language skills are advantageous.

WHAT YOU WILL GET IN RETURN

• 25 days of paid leave per year
• Additional 3 days of paid leave for volunteering or L&D
• We invest in your development with a EUR 1,000 professional L&D budget per year and ability to access thousands of resources through Learnerbly platform
• Share options
• Statutory Health Insurance
• Statutory Pension contribution
• Extended Parental Leave
• Mental health support through Plumm
• A one-off home office budget
• Work and travel globally - up to 90 days per country outside of your home country
• Team socials 
• Sabbatical Leave 
• Option to take your your work device as your own (eligibility applies)

TIDEAN WAYS OF WORKING

At Tide, we champion a flexible workplace model that supports both in-person and remote work to cater to the specific needs of our different teams. 

While remote work is supported, we believe in the power of face-to-face interactions to foster team spirit and collaboration. Our offices are designed as hubs for innovation and team-building, where we encourage regular in-person gatherings to foster a strong sense of community.