FinTech Compliance Counsel | Legal & Regulatory Lead

Copperstone Lending Inc.; Philippines; Hybrid; PHP 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Work from home

Maternity & Paternity Leave

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

Solo Parent Leave

Job summary

Copperstone Lending Inc. is seeking an experienced in-house Legal Counsel to oversee contracts, compliance, and regulatory matters in a fintech environment. The role requires handling SEC, BSP, AMLC/NPC obligations and cross-functional collaboration.

Ideal candidates hold a Philippine LL.B. and Bar license with 4–5 years’ experience in fintech or online lending, and have strong English communication and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• LL.B. degree with Philippine Bar license in good standing.
• 4–5 years of legal work experience, preferably fintech/online lending.
• Strong understanding of Philippine financial and data privacy regs.
• Experience with regulatory filings and compliance documentation.
• Fluent in English for regulatory and legal communication.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and advise on contracts, corporate documents, and labor matters.
• Research local laws and regulations to provide legal opinions and guidance.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies (SEC, BSP, NPC) for compliance and reporting.
• Identify legal and regulatory risks in business operations, incl. data privacy and lending.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support new products and initiatives.
• Draft and maintain compliance manuals and staff training materials.
• Provide compliance advisory support across departments.
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess impact on business.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Independent / self-motivated

Multitasking

English fluency

Education

LL.B. degree

Philippine Bar license

Job description

Copperstone Lending Inc. is seeking an experienced in-house Legal Counsel to oversee contracts, compliance, and regulatory matters in a fintech environment. The role requires handling SEC, BSP, AMLC/NPC obligations and cross-functional collaboration.

Ideal candidates hold a Philippine LL.B. and Bar license with 4–5 years’ experience in fintech or online lending, and have strong English communication and negotiation skills.