Remote Senior Legal Counsel (Financial Services)

Placements24; United States; A distancia; USD 180.000 - 280.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Highly competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Fully remote work

Medical and retirement benefits

International team exposure

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24, a leading FinTech client, seeks a Senior Legal Counsel for a fully remote role focused on financial services regulation, corporate governance, and commercial matters. You will collaborate with compliance, risk, and executive teams to navigate complex regulatory landscapes from a remote workspace.

The ideal candidate is admitted in the High Court of SA with 6+ years of post-qualification experience and a track record in the FinTech sector or digital payments.

Formación

• Qualified lawyer with strong background in financial services regulation.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts.
• Knowledge of corporate governance, compliance, and risk management.

Responsabilidades

• Provide expert legal guidance on financial services regulations (FAIS, FICA, POPIA).
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, partnership agreements, and SLAs.
• Advise on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and risk management frameworks.
• Support product development teams with regulatory input and adherence.
• Manage disputes and regulatory inquiries with external counsel.

Conocimientos

Regulatory compliance

Financial services law

Contract negotiation

Corporate governance

Risk management

Legal research

Remote work capabilities

Educación

Law degree

Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa

Herramientas

Legal research tools

Virtual collaboration platforms

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a leading FinTech company with a global reach and a strong presence in the South African market, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join their legal team on a fully remote basis. This role is crucial for providing expert legal guidance on a wide range of financial services regulations, corporate governance, and commercial matters. The successful candidate will work closely with business units, compliance teams, and executive leadership to navigate the complex regulatory landscape of the financial services sector. This is an exceptional opportunity for a driven legal professional to make a significant impact within an innovative and dynamic organisation, supporting operations that include areas around Welkom , from the comfort of their own remote workspace. The role is designed for a self-starter who thrives in a virtual environment and is adept at managing legal risks in a fast-paced setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on financial services regulations (e.g., FAIS, FICA, POPIA, and others as applicable).
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, partnership agreements, and service level agreements.
• Advise on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and risk management frameworks.
• Support product development teams by providing legal input and ensuring regulatory adherence.
• Manage and resolve legal disputes and regulatory inquiries effectively.
• Conduct legal research and provide timely updates on relevant legislative and regulatory changes.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including compliance, risk, and business teams, to achieve business objectives.
• Assist with the development and implementation of legal policies and procedures.
• Manage external counsel and ensure efficient handling of legal matters.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and growth initiatives of the company.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa with a minimum of 6 years' post-qualification experience, with a strong focus on financial services law and regulation.
• In-depth knowledge of South African financial services legislation and regulatory bodies (e.g., FSCA).
• Proven experience in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Strong understanding of corporate law, compliance, and risk management principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a demanding workload in a remote setting.
• High level of integrity and ethical conduct.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and virtual collaboration platforms.
• Experience in the FinTech or digital payments sector is highly advantageous.
• Proactive approach to identifying and mitigating legal and regulatory risks.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Significant opportunity for professional growth and development within a leading FinTech firm.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering maximum flexibility and work-life balance.
• Exposure to cutting-edge financial technology and innovative business models.
• Chance to work with a dynamic and international team.
• Generous leave entitlement.
• Supportive and collaborative virtual work environment.
• Contribution to a company at the forefront of financial innovation.
• Direct impact on the legal and regulatory strategy of a growing enterprise.