About this role
The world of payment processing is rapidly evolving, and businesses are looking for loyal and strategic partners, to help them grow.
Meet Nuvei, Nuvei is the global fintech building the infrastructure for every payment, everywhere. Its modular, flexible, and scalable technology enables leading companies to accept next-generation payments, offer all payout options, and benefit from card issuing, banking, risk, and fraud management services. Connecting businesses to their customers in more than 200 markets, with local acquiring in 52 markets, 150 currencies, and over 720 alternative payment methods, Nuvei provides the technology and insights for customers and partners to succeed locally and globally through one integration.
At Nuvei, we live our core values, and we thrive on solving complex problems. We’re dedicated to continually improving our product and providing relentless customer service. We are always looking for exceptional talent to join us on the journey!
Your MissionNuvei is looking for a Senior Contract Specialist to join the Legal Department as part of the Legal Triage Team. The Legal Triage Team is a newly established function that is responsible for handling high-volume, recurring commercial contract requests from Nuvei’s Commercial and Operations teams. The Triage Team manages a broad range of commercial agreements (including merchant services agreements, reseller agreements, contract amendments, NDAs, termination letters, and side letters) using approved templates, defined playbooks, and AI-assisted tools, escalating to in-house attorneys when required. The Senior Contract Specialist will be responsible for executing these contract requests. This is a process-driven, detail-oriented role, ideal for someone who wants hands-on experience with commercial contracts in a structured, well-supported environment.
As a Senior Contract Specialist, you’ll own the end-to-end handling of these commercial contracts and become a trusted point of contact for the business while working closely with the Legal Operations Team to drive efficiency across the Legal Department.
Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinate and prioritize the flow of work across the Triage TeamMentor and support the development of other contract specialistsOwn and independently manage a queue of commercial contract requests end to endMaintain, update and help create template and playbook libraries as directedReview incoming requests submitted by the Commercial and Operations teams through the intake systemPopulate contract templates accurately with specific terms (parties, pricing, dates, jurisdictions, and other variables)Use AI-assisted drafting and review tools to support document preparation, always reviewing AI output for accuracy before deliveryIdentify requests that fall outside playbook parameters and escalate to an in-house attorney according to the defined escalation protocolTrack request status, turnaround times, and outcomes in the Triage Team's reporting systemCommunicate professionally and proactively with internal Nuvei stakeholders regarding request status and required informationMaintain accurate records in the contract repository, ensuring proper filing, version control, and metadata taggingOwn the team’s metrics and reporting, tracking request volumes, turnaround times, and outcomes, and reporting on team performance to surface bottlenecks and keep the workflow efficient Monitor request status, turnaround times, and outcomes, and use that visibility to keep work moving and stakeholders informed
Preferred QualificationsBachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience4+ years of experience in a legal, contracts, legal operations, or related professional role Experience applying templates, playbooks, or standard operating procedures to draft or review documents with accuracy and consistencyDeep experience applying templates, playbooks, or standard operating procedures to draft and review documents with accuracy and consistency An operations and efficiency mindsetStrong attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes preciselyClear, professional written and verbal communication skills, and the credibility to work effectively alongside lawyers, Legal Operations, and business stakeholdersAbility to manage a queue of multiple concurrent requests and meet turnaround targetsProficiency with standard business software (Microsoft Office, Salesforce, SharePoint, DocuSign, etc.)Experience guiding or mentoring others, whether as a senior individual contributor, team lead, or comparable roleExperience owning performance tracking, metrics, or reporting
Nice to HaveParalegal certificate, legal studies coursework, or related credentialPrior exposure to contract lifecycle management (CLM) tools, e-signature platforms, or AI-assisted drafting/review toolsExperience contributing to or maintaining playbooks, templates, or standard positions alongside lawyers or other legal professionals Familiarity with commercial contract concepts (NDAs, standard terms, amendments)Interest in the payments or financial services industry
Nuvei is an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates collaboration and innovation and is committed to developing a diverse and inclusive workplace. The team at Nuvei is comprised of a wealth of talent, skill, and ambition. We believe that employees are happiest when they’re empowered to be their true, authentic selves. So, please come as you are. We can’t wait to meet you.
Working Language
English (written and spoken) is the language used most of the time, as work colleagues, clients, and strategic suppliers are geographically dispersed.
Our recruitment process may use automated tools, including AI, to support application management and candidate shortlisting.
The annual salary range for this role is EUR 25,000 - 33,000 (gross) per year (Bulgaria) / RON 136,000 - 153,000 (gross) per year (Romania). This range represents the expected starting salary for candidates hired into this role in the specified location. If the position is filled in a different location, a different salary range may apply due to objective factors such as local labor market conditions and cost of living.
This salary range may be inclusive of several career levels at Nuvei and will be narrowed during the interview process based on a number of factors, including the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and specific location. Applicants not located in the primary location may request the annual salary range for their location during the interview process.
Specific benefits and details about what compensation is included in the salary range listed above will vary depending on the applicant’s location and can be discussed in more detail during the interview process.