Legal Counsel Banking Law & Litigation

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About The Opportunity

N26 is looking for a committed Legal Counsel in Banking Law & Litigation, with a focus on court proceedings and litigation. You will represent N26's interests competently and solution‑oriented in court proceedings, as well as in out‑of‑court disputes. You will communicate independently with the opposing party, the courts, and internal departments, clarifying the facts of the case, and independently process incoming mail related to court proceedings.

Another focus is supporting the Senior Legal Counsels in the Head of Banking Law & Litigation with research on general civil law issues and banking and banking regulatory law. In addition, you will provide legal support for the development of new features for the N26 app and the launch of financial products, as well as coordinate with internal and external local counsels in our European markets on local legal issues.

In This Role, You Will

• Independent support and processing of legal proceedings (particularly civil, enforcement and insolvency matters)
• Representation of the bank in judicial and extrajudicial proceedings
• Preparation and review of pleadings, expert opinions and statements
• Strategic process management in close coordination with the specialist departments
• Management and coordination of external lawyers
• Legal advice to internal departments on banking and civil law issues
• Observation of current case law and its implementation in practice

What you need to be successful

• Fully qualified lawyer (first and second state examination with above‑average results) and qualification to German Bar
• First professional experience as a lawyer in banking law, civil litigation law or in a legal department of a financial institution is desirable but not mandatory
• First knowledge of civil, credit and procedural law desirable
• Confident demeanor, negotiating skills and assertiveness
• Independent, precise and structured way of working
• Strong communication skills and team spirit
• Willingness to be admitted as an in‑house lawyer

Skills

• Strong interest in technical and business contexts, as well as digital business models, and a particular interest in finance and fintechs
• Independent decision‑making, with willingness to represent decisions internally and externally
• Willingness to regularly explore new topics and legal areas and closely monitor dynamic civil law and regulatory developments
• High level of integrity, commitment and initiative

What’s In It For You

• Accelerate your career growth by joining one of Europe’s most talked‑about disruptors
• Employee benefits that range from a competitive personal development budget, work‑from‑home budget, discounts to fitness & wellness memberships, language apps and public transportation
• As an N26 employee you will have access to a Premium subscription on your personal N26 bank account, as well as subscriptions for friends and family members
• Additional day of annual leave for each year of service
• A high degree of autonomy and access to cutting‑edge technologies – all while working with a friendly team of peers of diverse nationalities, life experiences and family statuses
• A relocation package with visa support for those who need it

Who We Are

N26 has reimagined banking for today’s digital world. Technology and design empower everything we do and it’s how we are building the global banking platform the world loves to use. We have eliminated physical branches, paperwork, and hidden fees for an elegant digital experience and supreme savings. Giving people the power to live and bank their way is what gets us out of bed in the morning and inspires the work that we do. We are headquartered in Berlin with offices in multiple cities across Europe, including Vienna and Barcelona, and a 1,500‑strong team of more than 80 nationalities.

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Equal Opportunities

We recognize that our strength lies in our people and the varied perspectives they bring to our workforce. We strive to build talented and diverse teams to drive our business success and empower our people to reach their full potential. We genuinely welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, neurodiversities, and ages. We're committed to creating an inclusive workspace where everyone feels valued and respected, free from harassment and discrimination. If there's anything you need to make the application process work for you, please let us know by reaching out to Visit our website to learn more about Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at N26.