Senior Legal Counsel

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Senior Legal Counsel at Epassi seeks a Dutch-qualified lawyer with 3 to 6 years of in-house or reputable firm experience to own legal matters in the Netherlands within a fast growing European fintech. You will be the primary NL legal contact, ensure compliance with local, EU and international laws, support growth including M&A and post-merger integration, and embed group-wide legal and compliance frameworks locally. The ideal candidate has strong contract and corporate law expertise, solid GDPR knowledge, fintech or regulated payments exposure, and multi-jurisdictional experience; fluent in Dutch and English, French is a plus. To apply, tailor your CV and cover letter to show pragmatic risk management, cross-functional collaboration, and concrete examples of introducing new templates or processes; highlight stakeholder influence and readiness for a hybrid Amsterdam role.

Are you interested in joining of Europe's fastest growing companies? Do you want to impact the wellbeing of millions of users?
If yes, join us to make an impact in a fast-paced and dynamic environment where you’ll play a key role in driving financial accountability, supporting strategic decisions, and enabling sustainable growth.

Epassi’s purpose is to boost everyday well-being. We are a leading provider of employee benefit solutions across Europe. We were established in Finland in 2007, and in 2008 we were the first company to launch a mobile-payable employee benefit payment solution in Europe. Since then, we have consistently grown, diversifying our products and introducing our services into new markets.
Epassi has been awarded by the Financial Times as one of the fastest-growing companies in Europe on multiple occasions.

We are currently hiring Senior Legal Counsel to be based in Netherlands

As a (Senior) Legal Counsel, your mission is to ensure that legal risks in the Netherlands are properly identified, addressed, and mitigated. You will play a key role in building and maintaining a robust contract framework that supports the offering of Epassi’s services and enables sustainable growth in a fast-scaling, international environment.

Your responsibilities will be:

• Acting as the primary legal point of contact for all legal matters in the Netherlands
• Ensuring compliance with local, EU, and international laws and regulations
• Supporting Epassi’s growth strategy, including M&A activities and post-merger integration
• Implementing and embedding group-wide legal and compliance frameworks locally

You’ll be successful in this role if you:

• Are able to influence business stakeholders and drive harmonized legal processes
• Proactively identify legal risks and translate them into practical business solutions
• Successfully introduce new templates, frameworks, and compliance processes
• Build trust across departments and operate as a true business partner

What you’ll be doing (daily):

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, agreements, and policies
• Advising internal stakeholders on legal implications of commercial and strategic decisions
• Ensuring compliance with tax regulations related to employee benefits
• Supporting the Group DPO on data protection matters, including GDPR compliance and DPAs
• Managing disputes and liaising with external legal counsel when required
• Drafting corporate resolutions and ensuring compliance with corporate governance standards
• Conducting legal risk assessments and implementing mitigation strategies

What you should bring:

• A Dutch law degree and qualification as a lawyer in the Netherlands
• 3–6 years of professional legal experience, preferably in-house or at a reputable law firm
• Strong expertise in contract law and corporate law
• Solid understanding of GDPR; experience in fintech or regulated payment institutions is a strong plus
• Experience with Belgian legal matters is appreciated
• Experience working in international or multi-jurisdictional environments

Your language profile:

• Fluent in Dutch and English (written and spoken)
• Additional language skills especially French is a plus

Your track record:

• Proven experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Experience supporting cross-functional teams with pragmatic legal advice
• Track record of improving legal visibility, processes, and compliance structures

Your competency profile:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Business-oriented mindset with a pragmatic approach to legal challenges
• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and cultures
• Comfortable working in a hybrid setup with regular presence in both Dutch offices and occasional travel