About the Role
At NOVACARD, we're looking for a Legal Contracts & Corporate Affairs Analyst to support NOVAPLAZO and our growing operations in Mexico.
You will work across commercial contracting, corporate affairs, AML/KYC compliance, and financial regulation, partnering with Operations, Finance, Product, Commercial, and other teams.
What You'll Do
Contracts & Corporate Affairs
Review, negotiate, and formalize merchant, supplier, and commercial agreements, including NDAs.
Review key clauses related to data protection, intellectual property, confidentiality, liability, and termination.
Manage contract documentation, version control, signatures, and corporate files.
Support shareholder meetings, powers of attorney, corporate records, and filings before the RPC and SAT.
Coordinate corporate matters with notaries, financial institutions, and internal stakeholders.
Compliance & Legal Support
Support AML/KYC compliance under LFPIORPI and applicable regulations.
Review and validate customer and corporate documentation.
Support monthly notices and reporting before the UIF.
Assist with regulatory matters involving Banxico, CONDUSEF, PROFECO, and other relevant authorities.
Provide day-to-day legal support to Operations, Product, Commercial, and Finance teams.
What We're Looking For
Law degree (Licenciatura en Derecho) and valid Mexican professional license (cédula profesional).
At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in sector.
Experience in commercial contracts and corporate law.
Knowledge of Mexican corporate and commercial regulations.
Knowledge of AML regulations (LFPIORPI) and KYC processes.
Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and legal writing skills.
Ability to manage multiple legal matters and deadlines simultaneously.
Intermediate to advanced English.
Nice to Have
Experience in fintech, financial services, acquiring, payments, or regulated industries.
Knowledge of financial regulation and data protection (LFPDPPP).
Experience with electronic signature and document management platforms.
Postgraduate studies in Corporate, Financial, or Regulatory Law.