Senior Legal Counsel Banking Law

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N26 Group

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Qualified German lawyer (Volljurist) with first and second state examinations completed with above-average results; at least 4 years of professional experience in banking and finance law, preferably in a renowned law firm or international company (fintech experience is a plus); comprehensive knowledge of banking and finance law; ideally completed or ongoing specialist lawyer training in banking and capital markets law; fluency in German and English (written and spoken);

additional languages (French, Spanish, Italian) advantageous; strong interest in technical and business contexts and digital business models; autonomous working style, decision-making ability, high integrity, and readiness to take on personnel responsibility.

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N26 Group, one of Europe's most prominent digital banks, is hiring a Senior Legal Counsel Banking Law for its Berlin headquarters. This is not just another legal vacancy; it is a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of cutting‑edge fintech, regulatory complexity, and strategic business decision‑making. For legal professionals with a background in banking and finance law, this role promises substantial career growth, exposure to innovative products like trading and crypto, and a seat at the table where the future of digital banking is being shaped.

N26 has redefined what modern banking looks like. Since its founding, the company has eliminated physical branches, paperwork, and hidden fees, replacing them with an elegant digital experience. With over 1,500 employees from more than 80 nationalities and offices in Berlin, Vienna, and Barcelona, N26 is a truly international player. For a legal counsel, joining N26 means moving from the sidelines to the core of a dynamic business environment.

The legal team is not a support function; it is a strategic partner that directly influences product development and market expansion.

"We have reimagined banking for the digital world. Technology and design shape everything we do – that's how we build the global banking platform people love to use."

The role specifically sits within the Banking Law & Litigation team, which handles some of the most complex regulatory challenges in the sector. As a Senior Legal Counsel, you will work on the legal architecture of groundbreaking financial products, from scaling banking and trading offerings to launching new crypto services across European markets. This is a far cry from routine compliance work;

it is an opportunity to define legal strategies for products that reach millions of customers.

The job posting lists a comprehensive set of responsibilities that go beyond traditional legal advisory. Here are the key tasks:

• Advise management and the board on all legal issues related to existing and new banking, trading, and finance products.
• Evaluate complex regulatory requirements and develop legally sound concepts for new products in a dynamic environment.
• Collaborate closely with product and compliance teams to ensure innovation and regulatory compliance go hand in hand.
• Act as the point of contact for regulatory audits and manage communication with supervisory authorities.
• Coordinate external legal advisors and ensure top‑tier advisory quality.
• Independently conduct court and dispute resolution proceedings and manage significant litigation across all instances.

This is a role that demands both legal…