Senior Managing Counsel/Vice President, Regulated Cross-Border Money Transmission

full time · Senior

$239,000 – $400,000

Listed on Mastercard’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.

What this role is

Lead global legal strategy for Mastercard's cross-border payments business, advising on complex regulatory, commercial, and technology matters while overseeing a team of product counsel. This role suits an experienced payments lawyer comfortable with emerging technologies who thrives in matrix environments and wants to shape innovative financial solutions.

Our summary, not Mastercard’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

Skills this role names

Blockchain

What they ask for

Required

Significant legal experience in payments and product development
JD or equivalent law degree
Active bar membership
Experience with money transmission and regulatory frameworks
Proven ability to lead teams and influence senior stakeholders globally
Expertise in multi-jurisdictional risk management

Nice to have

Experience with emerging technologies like blockchain-based solutions
Background in fintech partnerships
External counsel management experience