ppbAvarda Group /b simplifies how customers across Europe manage their personal finances. Listed on Nasdaq Stockholm since 2016, we combine a pragmatic business mindset with cutting‑edge technology to deliver scalable, efficient payment, savings and lending solutions. /p h3About the Role /h3 pWe are seeking a bLegal Counsel /b to join our team in bMálaga /b. In this role, you will manage legal disputes in bItaly /b – covering customer complaints, pre‑litigation matters, litigation, and regulatory disputes – while working closely with internal stakeholders to reduce dispute risk and improve customer outcomes. You will coordinate with external counsels and relevant authorities, provide pragmatic legal advice across the dispute lifecycle, and help ensure the Bank’s dispute handling processes remain fully compliant with Italian and EU regulatory requirements. You will also contribute to strengthening dispute prevention, governance and customer‑centric resolution routines in a high‑velocity digital environment. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 h3Dispute Resolution Governance /h3 ul liContribute to the development, implementation and maintenance of the Group’s dispute resolution strategy, including internal policies, procedures and governing documents. /li liEnsure that dispute resolution frameworks, contractual standards and customer‑facing practices comply with applicable laws, regulatory requirements and internal risk frameworks. /li liAssess legal, regulatory and financial risks related to disputes, and provide recommendations to management and key stakeholders. /li liManage legal disputes, including customer, commercial and regulatory disputes. /li liRepresent the Company in court proceedings,



arbitration and alternative dispute resolution processes, or coordinate and instruct external counsel. /li /ul h3Customer Disputes Early Resolution /h3 ul liProvide legal support in customer dispute matters, including structured dialogue, complaint handling and early‑resolution strategies aimed at improving customer outcomes. /li liSupport and, when appropriate, participate in direct communication with customers and external counterparties in dispute‑related matters. /li /ul h3Legal Drafting Contracting /h3 ul liDraft, review and update governing documents, templates and guidelines related to disputes, contracts and data protection. /li liDraft, review and negotiate commercial agreements and other legal documentation. /li /ul h3Data Protection GDPR Compliance /h3 ul liProvide legal advice on data protection and GDPR matters, including the review of data processing activities, agreements and internal routines. /li liSupport the organization in managing personal data incidents, complaints and interactions with data protection authorities. /li /ul h3Regulatory Interaction Cross‑Functional Coordination /h3 ul liManage and coordinate legal contacts with supervisory authorities, regulators and other public bodies in dispute‑ and compliance‑related matters. /li liCollaborate with other dispute resolution,



legal and compliance teams across the Group to ensure consistent practices, effective escalation routines and robust knowledge sharing. /li /ul h3Qualifications and Experience /h3 ul liLaw degree from a recognized university. /li li5+ years of experience in a law firm or in‑house legal department, preferably within consumer credit, payments, banking regulation, or other highly regulated financial services sectors. /li liStrong grounding in Italian civil and consumer law, commercial contracting, financial services regulation, and EU frameworks such as GDPR. /li liExcellent legal drafting and analytical abilities; strong issue‑spotting; ability to prioritize and balance legal and commercial considerations. /li liStrong communication skills and a collaborative, solutions‑oriented approach. /li liItalian (fluent) and English (professional working proficiency) language skills required. /li /ul h3Nice to Have /h3 ul liExperience with credit‑card products, chargebacks or card‑scheme rules. /li liExposure to consumer credit or cash‑loan products. /li liExperience liaising with Italian regulators (e.g., Banca d’Italia, AGCM, Garante Privacy). /li liFamiliarity with AML/KYC frameworks, outsourcing requirements and operational risk settings. /li liFamiliarity with the MiFID II regulatory framework and its practical application within financial services. /li /ul pIf you are a proactive lawyer looking to grow within a dynamic, technology‑driven environment while contributing to a compliant, customer‑centric banking operation, we would love to hear from you. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Legal Counsel (Italian-speaking) (Málaga)
🏢 TF Bank AB (publ)
📍 Málaga