Senior Legal Counsel

LemFi; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech company in the UK is seeking a skilled Legal Counsel to provide legal support, particularly in privacy regulations and international corporate law. The ideal candidate must have at least 5 years of experience in the FinTech sector, strong drafting skills, and the ability to navigate complex legal landscapes. This role offers a chance to contribute to a fast-paced, innovative environment with travel opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant legal experience in FinTech.
• Proficiency in English, knowledge of additional relevant languages a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in international corporations.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on FinTech and privacy regulations.
• Monitor compliance with local laws in the FinTech sector.
• Draft and negotiate various agreements.
• Assist in international transactions and risk management.

Skills

Legal advisory

Regulatory compliance

Contract drafting

Data protection

Risk management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent

Job description

About our Company

LemFi (YC S21, Series B) is revolutionizing cross-border financial services for immigrants through its multi-currency platform, processing over $1 billion in monthly transactions. We provide instant remittances, foreign exchange services, and multi-currency accounts, all in one seamless experience.

With 300+ employees across 15+ countries, our platform supports twelve currencies and integrates directly with local banks and mobile money providers, ensuring fast, low-cost transactions. But we’re not stopping at payments. LemFi is building a comprehensive financial ecosystem empowering immigrants with the financial tools they need to thrive—wherever they go.

Our vision: To build the first full-stack financial services hub for the world’s immigrant population.

Who you are:

You are a motivated and energetic person who would thrive in a fintech startup environment like ours. The teams here at LemFi are passionate about their work and fields of expertise but also lend hands-on cross-functional responsibilities to ensure the success of the company and the satisfaction of our clientele.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Legal Counsel to join our dynamic team, based in Europe. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 5 years of legal experience, with a strong background in African countries\' legal landscape and the FinTech industry. As a Legal Counsel, you will play a pivotal role in providing comprehensive legal support, particularly focusing on privacy regulations and matters related to international corporations and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Legal Advisory: Offer expert legal advice and guidance to internal stakeholders on various legal matters, particularly those related to the FinTech industry, Privacy laws, and international corporate activities.
• Regulatory Compliance: Monitor and stay up-to-date with relevant legal and regulatory developments in African countries, ensuring the company\'s compliance with local laws and regulations in the FinTech sector.
• Privacy and Data Protection: Develop and implement strategies to ensure compliance with data privacy laws, including GDPR and other regional Privacy regulations. Advise on data protection policies, data transfers, and user consent mechanisms.
• Contract Drafting and Review: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including partnerships, vendor contracts, and customer agreements, with a keen understanding of local legal requirements.
• International Transactions: Assist in structuring and executing international transactions, mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures, taking into account cross-border legal implications.
• Risk Management: Identify legal risks and provide mitigation strategies for the business. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement proactive risk management initiatives.
• Dispute Resolution: Manage legal disputes, including external counsel coordination, litigation strategy development, and negotiations.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with internal teams, external legal counsel, regulatory bodies, and industry associations to ensure comprehensive legal support across all relevant jurisdictions.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent degree from a reputable law school.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant legal experience, with a strong emphasis on the FinTech industry and exposure to legal matters in African countries.
• Proficiency in English is essential; additional language skills, especially those relevant to African countries, would be advantageous.
• In-depth knowledge of Privacy laws, including GDPR and other international data protection regulations.
• Demonstrated experience in working with international corporations, preferably in the FinTech or technology sector.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel occasionally, as required.
• Preferred locations- UK, Ireland or Norway