Sr. Legal Counsel

About Blackhawk Network

Blackhawk Network (BHN) is the leader in global branded payment technologies. We strengthen relationships between brands and their customers, employees, and partners by transforming transactions into connections. BHN’s portfolio includes: Gift Card & eGift products, promotions and distribution that grow revenue faster; Rewards & Incentives that build loyalty and acquisition and are integrated into today’s leading platforms; and Payments that enable businesses and customers to access and disburse funds in convenient and innovative ways. BHN’s network spans across the globe with over 400,000 consumer touchpoints. Learn more at BHN.com.

This position is open to residents located in Ontario, Canada only.

Overview

Blackhawk is currently seeking a senior legal counsel to report to the VP, Legal in Toronto, Ontario. The successful candidate will split time equally to support (i) Blackhawk’s core business of stored value products through retail, incentive, and ecommerce channels, and (ii) Blackhawk’s procurement of strategic global software, products, and services.

This position requires a self-motivated, entrepreneurial, and “outside the box” thinker with excellent interpersonal skills, an ability to manage changing priorities and a diverse range of legal duties, and a desire to innovate, grow and excel. The preferred candidate will possess an understanding of and experience with consumer protection, digital commerce, prepaid card products, software licensing agreements, as well as relevant regulatory frameworks.

Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements related to the prepaid industry, including agreements with financial institutions, payments networks, and processors
• Drafting and negotiating global vendor related purchasing agreements
• Researching and monitoring changes to relevant law and regulations
• Interacting with clients and internal business teams about regulatory obligations and risk management
• Creating and maintaining templates
• Some travel may be required from time to time, primarily to the United States

Qualifications

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Able to work independently, prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Energetic self-starter with demonstrated initiative
• Zest for acquiring new knowledge and skills
• Creative and critical thinker with the ability to analyze information in a fast-evolving environment
• Excellent business judgment and strategic thinking skills
• Outstanding written communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of attention to detail

Education/Experience

• Law degree with outstanding academic credentials
• Licensed to practice law in Ontario
• 5+ years of legal experience
• Experience working with consumer financial service laws a plus

Knowledge of prepaid / payments industry, AML, MSB, and payment association rules a plus

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EEO Statement

BHN is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace. If you require accommodation in order to participate in the hiring process, please contact us at Human [email protected] to make your needs known in advance.