Legal Counsel - Remote

Overview

PayDo, a leading Electronic Money Institution (EMI) authorised by the FCA in the UK, FINTRAC in Canada, and MFSA in Malta, operates in 140 countries and over 25 industries. Offering multicurrency IBANs, merchant solutions, and mass payment options, PayDo provides premium and convenient payment services. With all features available through one platform and contract, PayDo is a preferred solution for local and international payments.

In Short

• Assist with financial licensing processes in the EU, UK, and other regions under the guidance of senior counsel.
• Support the process of maintaining and opening correspondent, safeguarding and operational bank accounts.
• Draft policies, such as Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.
• Draft agreements such as NDA, MSA, Employment Agreement, Outsourcing Agreement, Loan Agreement, Outstaffing Agreement.
• Help manage legal requests and RFIs by gathering information and preparing initial responses.
• Assist with record keeping and structuring of the company’s legal documentation.
• Act as a support contact for correspondence with local law firms, auditors, and regulatory bodies.
• Monitor updates to financial regulations and assist in implementing necessary changes.
• Support the development and maintenance of corporate compliance and governance programs.
• Assist with crisis response and risk mitigation strategies.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as Legal Counsel.
• Proficiency in technology and understanding of fintech-related software and systems.
• Experience with opening international bank accounts and communication with regulatory bodies.
• Proficient communication skills to interact with internal teams and regulatory bodies.
• Understanding of international corporate law and compliance principles.
• Knowledge of dealing with audits and corporate bank accounts.
• Common knowledge in the FinTech industry.
• Experience in regulated companies and achieving financial licensing.

Benefits

• Monthly investment in your English learning.
• Yearly allocation for advancing your professional expertise.
• Transparent career growth with opportunities to achieve Lead roles within 1 year.
• Performance reviews anchored in KPIs.
• Days of paid vacation annually with flexibility.
• Days of paid sick leave annually.
• Additional holidays aligned with your local calendar.
• Multiple payment options, including Private Entrepreneurship accounts.