Contract Specialist

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 Mission Nuvei is looking for a 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 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 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 Responsibilities • Own and independently manage a queue of commercial contract requests end to end • Review incoming requests submitted by the Commercial and Operations teams through the intake system • Populate 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 delivery • Identify requests that fall outside playbook parameters and escalate to an in-house attorney according to the defined escalation protocol • Track request status, turnaround times, and outcomes in the triage Team's reporting system • Communicate professionally and proactively with internal Nuvei stakeholders regarding request status and required information • Maintain accurate records in the contract repository, ensuring proper filing, version control, and metadata tagging • Support the Triage Team in maintaining and updating the template and playbook libraries as directed • Monitor request status, turnaround times, and outcomes, and use that visibility to keep work moving and stakeholders informed • Bring an improvement mindset, surfacing recurring issues, bottlenecks, or process gaps Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience • 1 to 3 years of experience in a legal, contracts, legal operations, or related professional role (internships and co-ops count) • Experience applying templates, playbooks, or standard operating procedures to draft or review documents with accuracy and consistency • An operations and efficiency mindset • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes precisely • Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills, and the credibility to work effectively alongside lawyers, Legal Operations, and business stakeholders • Ability to manage a queue of multiple concurrent requests and meet turnaround targets • Proficiency with standard business software (Microsoft Office, Salesforce, SharePoint, DocuSign, etc.) Nice to Have • Paralegal certificate, legal studies coursework, or related credential • Prior exposure to contract lifecycle management (CLM) tools, e-signature platforms, or AI-assisted drafting/review tools • Experience 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 19,000 - 24,000 (gross) per year (Bulgaria) / RON 113,000 - 135,000 (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,