Legal Counsel

Michael Page; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 72,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the Fintech industry seeks a Legal Counsel in Kuala Lumpur. The successful applicant will provide legal counsel on a broad range of domestic and cross-border issues, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with internal teams to manage legal risks. This role offers attractive remuneration, regional exposure, and opportunities to contribute significantly within a vibrant company culture.

Benefits

Attractive remuneration package

Regional exposure in technology and Fintech

Vibrant and inclusive company culture

Qualifications

• 6+ years of post-qualification experience in legal counsel.
• Strong background in financial services and compliance.
• Common law qualification; in-house experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel to international payments and remittance division.
• Collaborate with internal teams for regulatory risk management.
• Support internal governance processes for new business strategies.

Skills

Legal drafting

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Law degree (Bachelor's or higher)

Job description

• A market leading organization
• Cross border exposure

About Our Client

Our client is a leading organization in the Fintech industry. As an integral player in payment services industry, this large organization prides itself in providing innovative solutions to global clients, helping them navigate the digital landscape with ease and security.

Job Description

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  Provide legal counsel to the international payments and remittance division, covering a broad range of domestic and cross-border legal and regulatory issues. This includes drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, assessing legal implications of new product initiatives, and advising on regulatory developments impacting payment services.
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  Collaborate with internal teams such as Compliance, Anti-Money Laundering (AML) & Sanctions, Data Privacy, Intellectual Property, and Litigation to ensure effective management of legal and regulatory risks.
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  Work cross-functionally with stakeholders across various regions and departments-including Business Development, Finance, Foreign Exchange, Tax, Risk, and Operations-to support strategic and operational goals.
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  Support internal governance processes by facilitating legal reviews and approvals for new business strategies and initiatives.
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  Develop, implement, and manage legal frameworks, policies, and procedures relevant to the payments and remittance functions.
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  Identify and escalate significant legal or regulatory issues as necessary, while partnering closely with legal team members to provide comprehensive legal support.

The Successful Applicant

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  Holds a law degree (Bachelor's or higher) with at least 6 years of post-qualification experience.
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  Strong background in financial services, particularly in payments and cross-border remittance within the APAC region.
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  Common law qualification with international law firm training; in-house experience in a regulatory or financial institution is advantageous. Solid understanding of compliance and regulatory frameworks, especially payment regulations in Asia;
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  Demonstrate expertise in legal drafting, contract negotiation, and legal analysis, supported by sound commercial judgement.
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  Self-driven, collaborative, and adaptable with effective project management capabilities.
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  Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders; Mandarin proficiency is an added asset.
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  Proven ability to manage and lead teams effectively.

What's on Offer

• Attractive remuneration package
• Regional exposure in the booming technology and Fintech industry.
• Opportunity to work in a vibrant and inclusive company culture.

We encourage those who believe they can contribute to and grow in this exciting industry to apply. Take the next step in your career as a Legal Counsel in Kuala Lumpur and make a significant impact in the Fintech industry.