Legal Counsel - APAC

Overview

A global payments processor is seeking a Commercial Legal Counsel to support its contracts team and broader business operations. This role involves providing legal advice on commercial agreements and collaborating with senior stakeholders in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, flexible self-starter with a global perspective and strong collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, analyze, and negotiate commercial agreements including processor agreements, amendments, NDAs, novation agreements, and guarantees.
• Collaborate with legal team members across the global organization and work with senior colleagues and functional leaders on strategic projects, regulatory issues, product development, business development opportunities, and legal department operations.
• Develop and advise on templates, policies, and procedures to address new legal and business requirements.
• Identify opportunities for productivity improvements and lead process changes to enhance efficiency.

Requirements

• Fluency in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Law degree from a top-tier university; specialization in business law, financial services regulation, or international law is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience, either at a major law firm or in-house within the Financial Services industry or M&A.
• Solid general legal background with experience in commercial, contractual, and corporate law matters.
• Knowledge of payments, financial services, or fintech sectors is desirable.
• Experience with online businesses is advantageous.
• Ability to proactively identify relevant business and legal issues.
• Capacity to apply legal principles to novel situations and provide pragmatic, creative solutions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to quickly assimilate information.
• Creative problem solver who remains calm under pressure and works effectively in international, cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated and able to work autonomously.
• Flexibility to collaborate with colleagues across South America, Europe, the United States, Africa, and Asia, accommodating calls and deadlines across multiple time zones.

Compensation & Benefits

• Flexible work schedules focused on performance and productivity rather than fixed hours.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic fintech environment with scope for creativity and innovation.
• Referral bonus program rewarding employees who recommend successful candidates.
• Monthly social budget to support team bonding activities, either in person or remotely.
• Access to company-sponsored coworking houses worldwide for team collaboration.

Location

This role requires flexibility to work with teams across multiple continents including South America, Europe, the United States, Africa, and Asia. Candidates should be able to accommodate calls and deadlines aligned with these time zones.

All applications and resumes must be submitted in English.