Legal Consultant - Financial Services Regulatory / Payments

Overview

A legal role is available for a qualified lawyer with financial services regulatory experience to support Fortune 500 global clients. This position focuses on advising and managing regulatory matters within the payment and financial services sectors.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice on a broad range of financial services regulations.
• Support licensing processes and regulatory engagement activities.
• Handle regulatory queries and offer legal guidance on Singapore and APAC financial regulations, including MAS guidelines.
• Draft and review legal documents such as policies, contracts, and disclosures.
• Collaborate with internal teams including product, risk, and compliance to integrate regulatory requirements into business operations.

Requirements

• Qualified lawyer with 4 to 12+ years post-qualification experience (PQE).
• Experience focused on payment and financial services regulatory matters.
• Background working with financial institutions or law firms.

Compensation & Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation package within the alternative legal services market.
• Health benefits and CPF/MPF contributions.
• Access to professional development resources and learning programs.
• Flexible working arrangements including remote, onsite, or hybrid options depending on client needs.

Location

• Flexible work location based on client requirements, including remote, onsite, or hybrid.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is committed to equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, political opinion, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship status, marital status, genetic predisposition, sexual orientation, military service, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities during the recruitment process upon request.

Additional Information

• Employment may be contingent upon background checks, proof of identity, and legal authorization to work.
• Both consultancy and employee engagement models are available for legal professionals interested in this role.