Senior Legal Counsel (Fintech/Payments)

The Company is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will be instrumental in supporting the legal and regulatory functions across multiple jurisdictions, with a focus on payments, crypto assets, and financial services. This role is pivotal in the company's mission to create a seamless, inclusive, and scalable payment infrastructure. Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating a variety of contracts, assisting with new license applications, managing regulatory and banking relationships, and ensuring corporate governance and entity compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial services, banking, and payments, with a minimum of 5-8 years' post-qualification experience, and must be adept at working in both structured and unstructured environments. Applicants for the Senior Legal Counsel position at the company should hold an LLB degree, be an admitted attorney, and have a proven track record in financial services, banking, and payments law. The role requires a meticulous individual with excellent attention to detail, organizational abilities, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills. The candidate must be capable of working independently, have a proactive approach to their work, and be comfortable with both legal and administrative tasks. Key responsibilities include supporting licensing and regulatory applications, conducting legal research, and providing general legal support on operational, regulatory, and strategic projects. The role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment where the legal function is integral to the company's operations and impact.