Senior Legal Advisor

OutsideCapital; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in South Africa seeks a Senior Legal Advisor with expertise in the FinTech sector. The role involves managing comprehensive legal requirements, engaging in complex negotiations, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in legal advisory roles and a knack for strategic business involvement. This position emphasizes collaboration, continuous learning, and a proactive approach to legal challenges.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a legal advisor in a business context.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance in the FinTech sector.
• Ability to manage complex commercial negotiations and M&A activity.

Responsibilities

• Manage legal requirements for a fast-paced business unit.
• Provide pragmatic, solution-driven legal advice.
• Engage in high-stakes negotiations and regulatory compliance.

Job description

Senior Legal Advisor - FinTech Focus

Client Summary

Our client is a dynamic, rapidly expanding entity operating at the forefront of the South African financial and technology services landscape. They are deeply embedded in driving innovation within the national payment ecosystem and supporting critical enterprise solutions across the country. Joining them means becoming a crucial legal partner in a high-growth environment, contributing directly to the structuring and execution of major commercial activities and regulatory compliance for cutting-edge business operations.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly capable and commercially astute Senior Legal Advisor to join our listed client's legal team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned legal professional, looking to transition into a role where their expertise directly shapes business strategy. You will play an instrumental role in managing the full spectrum of legal requirements for a fast-paced business unit, working closely with divisional management and the Group General Counsel.

This role offers significant exposure to complex commercial negotiations, high-stakes M&A activity, and critical regulatory engagement. You will move beyond pure technical review, leveraging your commercial acumen to provide pragmatic, solution-driven advice that mitigates risk while enabling business growth. Expect a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued, and continuous learning across diverse legal frameworks is encouraged.