About
Highly accomplished legal leader specializing in payments and fintech, with a proven track record of building scalable legal operations and providing practical, business-enabling legal support. Currently leading global legal functions for a high-growth fintech, recently instrumental in securing a $40M Series C investment. Leverages extensive experience from high-growth technology companies and financial services to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and drive strategic business objectives.
Work
Nomupay
|Head of Legal
Manchester, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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Summary
Led and scaled the global legal function for a rapidly expanding fintech company, providing strategic legal guidance that enabled significant business growth and operational efficiency.
Highlights
Spearheaded legal strategy and execution for a successful $40M Series C funding round from SB Payment Service Corp., a SoftBank Corp. group company, contributing to a $290M valuation.
Built and optimized global legal operations, ensuring compliance across diverse jurisdictions while fostering a business-enabling legal framework.
Provided comprehensive legal advice on complex payments and fintech regulations, supporting product development, market expansion, and commercial initiatives.
Managed and mentored a growing legal team, fostering a culture of proactive problem-solving and effective risk mitigation.
Codat
|Senior Legal Counsel
London, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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Summary
Provided advanced legal counsel on fintech and SaaS operations, advising on complex commercial agreements, data privacy, and regulatory compliance for a high-growth technology company.
Highlights
Negotiated and drafted high-value commercial contracts, including strategic partnerships and enterprise-level SaaS agreements, accelerating business development initiatives.
Advised product and engineering teams on legal implications of new features and market entries, ensuring compliance with data protection (GDPR) and financial regulations.
Developed and implemented internal legal processes, enhancing efficiency in contract lifecycle management and legal advisory services.
Collaborated cross-functionally with sales, product, and compliance teams to mitigate legal risks and support rapid global expansion.
Codat
|Legal Counsel
London, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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Summary
Delivered essential legal support across various business functions, focusing on commercial contracts and foundational legal compliance for a dynamic fintech platform.
Highlights
Drafted and reviewed a high volume of commercial agreements, including vendor, customer, and partnership contracts, ensuring legal soundness and business alignment.
Conducted legal research and provided clear, actionable advice on emerging regulatory requirements within the fintech sector.
Supported the compliance team in developing and updating internal policies to align with evolving legal standards and industry best practices.
Assisted in managing intellectual property matters and ensured adherence to data privacy regulations across company operations.
Addleshaw Goddard
|Associate
Manchester, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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Summary
Advised a diverse portfolio of corporate clients on complex transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and general corporate law matters within a leading international law firm.
Highlights
Managed all legal aspects of private equity transactions, including due diligence, drafting transaction documents, and negotiating key terms, contributing to successful deal closures.
Provided strategic corporate governance advice to public and private companies, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations.
Led legal project management for multiple client engagements, delivering timely and effective legal solutions that met client objectives.
Trained and mentored junior solicitors and paralegals, fostering their professional development and contributing to team efficiency.
Addleshaw Goddard
|Private Equity Secondment
Manchester, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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Summary
Gained direct in-house experience supporting private equity investment activities, providing legal insights into deal structuring and portfolio management.
Highlights
Supported the legal team on various stages of private equity investments, including initial screening, due diligence, and post-acquisition integration.
Assisted in drafting and reviewing investment agreements, shareholder agreements, and other ancillary legal documents.
Collaborated directly with investment professionals to assess legal risks and opportunities associated with potential acquisitions.
Contributed to the development of internal legal guidelines and best practices for private equity transactions.
Addleshaw Goddard
|Trainee Solicitor
Manchester, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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Summary
Completed a comprehensive training contract across multiple legal departments, developing foundational skills in corporate, commercial, and litigation law.
Highlights
Gained hands-on experience in drafting legal documents, conducting legal research, and preparing client advice across diverse practice areas.
Assisted senior solicitors in managing complex litigation cases, including preparing court documents and attending hearings.
Supported corporate transactions by conducting due diligence, preparing disclosure letters, and assisting with closing procedures.
Developed strong client communication skills through direct client interaction and participation in client meetings.
Kennedys
|Paralegal
Manchester, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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Summary
Provided essential legal administrative and research support, contributing to efficient case management and legal operations.
Highlights
Conducted legal research and case analysis to support solicitors in preparing for trials and client meetings.
Managed and organized large volumes of legal documents, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for case teams.
Assisted in drafting correspondence, legal briefs, and other preparatory documents under the supervision of solicitors.
Supported administrative tasks for legal teams, contributing to the smooth operation of departmental workflows.
Volunteer
UpRising Leadership
|Young Leader
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Summary
Participated in a civil rights and social action program, developing leadership skills and contributing to community-focused initiatives.
Highlights
Engaged in a year-long leadership program focused on civil rights and social justice, developing critical thinking and advocacy skills.
Collaborated with peers on community projects aimed at addressing local social issues and promoting civic engagement.
Participated in workshops and discussions with local leaders and policymakers, gaining insights into public policy and social change.
Developed and presented proposals for community improvement initiatives, enhancing public speaking and project planning abilities.
Education
BPP Law School
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Legal Practice Course
Law
Newcastle University
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LLB (Hons)
Law
Courses
President of the Law Society (Eldon)
Skills
Legal Expertise
General Legal Counsel, General Corporate Counsel, Legal Advice, Corporate Law, Contract Negotiation, Commercial Law, Regulatory Compliance, M&A Legal Support, Data Privacy, Intellectual Property.
Industry Knowledge
Fintech, Payments, Enterprise Software, Software as a Service (SaaS), Financial Services.
Legal Operations & Strategy
Legal Operations, Legal Strategy, Risk Management, Business Enablement, Policy Development, Legal Project Management, Stakeholder Management.
Leadership & Development
Team Leadership, Mentorship, Cross-functional Collaboration, Strategic Planning.