Litigation Counsel

Job Description

The world of finance moves fast. At FIS, we’re faster. Our teams are empowered to learn, grow, and make an impact–in their careers and communities. We deliverinnovation thatadvances the way the world pays, banks and invests. If you want to grow personally and professionally, we’d like to know: Are you FIS? 

About the role 

 In this position, you willbe part of a teamthatproactively manages the company’s litigation and dispute matters andgovernment investigationstoprotect andminimize risktoFIS.We are seeking an experienced litigation counselwho canstrategically manage these matters,continuously improveour litigation strategies andoperations, and proactively identify and mitigate risk throughout the company.   

About the team 

 The FIS Legal team is comprised of approximately 200 attorneys and paraprofessionals worldwide who enjoy being an advisor to and partner with our businesses to help the company achieve its goals.  We work collaboratively with each other and with our business colleagues to solve problems in an effective and pragmatic manner.  We view our role as one of supporting our business leaders in a variety of legal matters, and we strive to assist our businesses in meeting their objectives with sound, reasonable and well-considered legal counsel.  

What you will be doing 

•Be responsible for acomplex docket of litigation, disputes, and investigations from various government agencies includingpreparing case assessments,advising and executing oncase strategy, coordinating investigations and discovery, and managing external counsel. 

•Proactively managecollections activity,subpoenas, liens, levies, and garnishments the company to drive efficiencies and alignstrategy.  

•Shares best practices and learnings with others in the organization, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth to ensure high standards of legal service. 

What you bring 

• A law degree, such as a Juris Doctor or other comparable degree and admission to practice law in the appropriate jurisdiction.  

• Eight (8) or more years of legal experience with a primary focus onlitigation and government investigationsin a corporate in-house or law firm environment. 

• Experience with litigation, disputes,andgovernment investigations. 

• Experience with mergers and acquisitions, subpoenas, liens and levies, and collection matters. 

• Experience within fintech,information technology,technology and services outsourcing,financial services, banking, payments,and capital markets,strongly preferred. 

• Strongcommunication, research, writing, analytical, and negotiationskills. 

• The ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. 

• Ability to review and evaluate multi-faceted issues and counsel business colleagues on complex legal questions relating to variousissues. 

• Experience advising clients in a complex, diversified,matrixed,global organization. 

• Experience prioritizing and managing multiple projects efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced business environment anddriving complex projects to completion. 

What we offer you 

At FIS, we hire the best. In return, you receive exceptional benefits including: 

• Opportunities to innovate inFintech 

• Tools for personal and professional growth 

• Inclusive and diverse work environment 

• Resources to invest in your community 

• Competitive salary and benefits 

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EEOC Statement

FIS is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster isavailable here supplement documentavailable here

For positions located in the US, the following conditions apply. If you are made a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undergo a drug test. ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Sourcing Model

Recruitment at FIS works primarily on a direct sourcing model; a relatively small portion of our hiring is through recruitment agencies. FIS does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list and is not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company.

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