In-house Legal Executive

Deriv; Cyberjaya; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading fintech company as an In-House Legal Executive in Cyberjaya. You will navigate complex legal landscapes, ensure regulatory compliance, and support business innovation. Ideal candidates have a degree in law and a passion for financial services. Experience in legal environments is essential for this dynamic role, where you'll thrive in a culture valuing innovation and integrity.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Professional development opportunities

Innovative workplace culture

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a corporate legal environment.
• Interest in financial services and e-commerce regulations.
• Strong risk assessment skills and up-to-date with fintech legislation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver legal advice on regulatory compliance and intellectual property rights.
• Draft and review policies for compliance and licensing.
• Conduct legal research on evolving laws in relevant jurisdictions.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Intellectual property rights

Data protection

Anti-money laundering

Legal research

Education

Degree in Law

Job description

Are you a sharp legal mind ready to navigate the complex intersection of fintech, e-commerce, and international regulation? As our In-House Legal Executive at Deriv, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping our legal strategy across multiple jurisdictions, directly influencing our global growth and compliance posture. You'll tackle challenging regulatory landscapes while providing crucial legal guidance that enables our business to innovate confidently in the fast-paced world of online trading and financial services. As an AI-first business, you’ll have access to cutting-edge tools to improve your legal workflows and risk management efficiency, as well as support data-driven, compliant decision-making.

AI is being embedded into our company DNA, across every department. For further information, please read our guide: ‘ AI at Deriv: Your future fuelled by innovation '.

On a given day, you will:

• Deliver timely, practical advice on complex legal matters including regulatory compliance, intellectual property rights, data protection, anti-money laundering, and international contract law
• Draft and review critical policies and procedures, supporting licensing applications and ensuring ongoing compliance for all Deriv entities
• Leverage AI-powered legal research and contract analysis tools to enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and support informed, data-driven legal decision-making
• Review advertising and promotional materials to ensure compliance with applicable marketing in multiple jurisdictions, providing clear, actionable guidance to marketing teams to mitigate legal risks
• Implement data privacy policies and procedures to ensure ongoing compliance with international data protection regulations, conduct privacy impact assessments for new initiatives, manage data subject requests, and advise on best practices for handling personal data across the organisation
• Conduct targeted legal research on evolving laws and regulations in relevant jurisdictions, distilling actionable insights to alert stakeholders, proactively mitigate risks, and ensure practical, compliant business operations
• Alert senior leadership to significant legal and regulatory developments, recommending proactive measures to maintain compliance and competitive advantage
  
  

You will enjoy working with us if you:

• Thrive in a fast-paced global environment where your legal expertise drives business growth and fuels innovation.
• Are enthusiastic about breaking down complex legal challenges into clear, actionable insights that benefit both technical and non-technical teams.
• Are interested in learning about navigating diverse regulatory frameworks and experimenting with AI tools to streamline legal processes.
• Value the chance to build specialised expertise in fintech and e-commerce law while contributing to a cutting-edge online trading platform.
  
  

We would love to work with you if you:

• Have 1 year + of experience in a corporate legal environment, with a keen interest in financial services, investment, and e-commerce regulations, and hold a degree in law or a related field.
• Possess strong risk assessment skills and stay up-to-date with legislative and regulatory developments in the fintech industry.
• Offer data-oriented legal guidance underpinned by expertise in complex technological and financial systems.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, working effectively at all levels with high integrity and maturity.
• Combine meticulous attention to detail with superior organisational abilities, a can-do attitude, and articulate communication skills in both spoken and written English.
  
  

Company Culture

• Join a diverse, inclusive workplace that values innovation and cross-cultural collaboration.
• Enjoy competitive compensation and professional development opportunities
• Be part of a company recognised for excellence and committed to career growth opportunities.
  
  

You'll be part of our Cyberjaya office, home to 600 talented professionals driving innovation in online trading. Our purpose-built, five-storey building enhances collaboration and creativity, leveraging cutting-edge AI and no-code/low-code platforms to push boundaries. You'll join a vibrant workplace where weekly knowledge-sharing sessions, cross-functional collaborations, and cultural celebrations create an engaging atmosphere. You'll work in a stimulating, high-tech environment featuring modern conference rooms, a fully-furnished gym, and barista-made coffee, all designed to keep you motivated and inspired.

Our culture is unique, and we live by our values and leadership principles, find out more about life at Deriv here .