Legal Counsel

Job description

We are a leading trading platform that is ambitiously expanding to the four corners of the globe. Our top-rated products have won prestigious industry awards for their cutting-edge technology and seamless client experience. We deliver only the best, so we are always in search of the best people to join our ever-growing talented team. We are seeking a commercially minded Legal Counsel to join our Licensing & New Products team. The role supports the expansion of our global footprint and innovative product offerings. You will play a key role in advising on financial services regulatory licensing initiatives, assessing legal risk for new product launches, and providing counsel on cross-border legal matters. This is an exciting opportunity for a lawyer who thrives in a fast-paced, fintech-driven environment and is eager to contribute to key business decisions on a global scale. ### Responsibilities: - Supporting the projects for authorizations in different countries. - Drafting and reviewing the business plans, different manuals required, contracts and other legal documents. - Conducting research under regulation of different countries. - Supporting and providing the right advice on various financial services license applications. - Advising on different legal and regulatory matters. - Collaborate closely with business teams to understand their strategic needs that effectively support key projects, partnerships and commercial goals. ### Requirements: - 3+ years PQE. Previous law firm/regulated financial services company experience is an advantage. - Solid experience working across multiple jurisdictions. - Experience with dealing with external legal & compliance consultants. - Experience supporting various financial services licence applications is an advantage. - Analytical skills, commercially oriented and eager to understand how the business operates to the very last detail. - Strong task-management abilities. - Ability to work autonomously, make decisions and drive results in a fast-paced environment. - Business level proficiency in English or above (equivalent to B2 or above in CEFR).