About the Role
Lead the development and execution of legal strategy across the US organization, including regulatory compliance, contracts, corporate governance, and risk management.
Responsibilities
- Direct legal operations for the US entity
- Ensure adherence to federal and state financial regulations
- Oversee the drafting and negotiation of commercial agreements
- Provide strategic counsel to executive leadership
- Manage regulatory reporting and examinations
- Lead internal policy development and implementation
- Advise on corporate structure and governance matters
- Support product development with legal risk assessments
- Coordinate with external legal counsel as needed
- Monitor changes in financial services laws
- Implement compliance training programs
- Handle disputes and litigation oversight
- Maintain corporate records and filings
- Guide data privacy and cybersecurity compliance
- Support fundraising and investor relations from a legal standpoint
- Oversee intellectual property strategy
- Ensure adherence to anti-money laundering regulations
- Manage insurance and liability coverage reviews
- Lead due diligence for partnerships and acquisitions
- Develop legal frameworks for new market entry
Compensation
Competitive salary and equity package
Work Arrangement
Remote with US availability required
Team
Small, high-performing legal and compliance team within a fast-growing fintech organization
Why This Role Matters
- This position shapes the legal foundation of a growing financial technology company.
- The hire will play a critical role in enabling scalable and compliant business operations.
Growth Opportunity
- Opportunity to build and lead a legal function with long-term strategic impact.
- Direct influence on policy, risk management, and corporate direction.
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