Senior Legal Counsel
il y a 3 jours
About our company:
LemFi (YC S21, Series A) is a financial technology company reshaping how the diaspora community in North America, Europe and the United Kingdom move their money globally.
We build products and services that allow our customers to send, receive, manage and do more with their money in one app. We are 1 Million Customers and more strong, come join us to help build the future of financial services for immigrants across the globe.
Who you are:
You are a motivated and energetic person who would thrive in a fintech startup environment like ours. The teams here at LemFi are passionate about their work and fields of expertise but also lend hands-on cross-functional responsibilities to ensure the success of the company and the satisfaction of our clientele.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join our dynamic team, based in Europe. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 5 years of legal experience, with a strong background in African countries' legal landscape and the FinTech industry. As a Legal Counsel, you will play a pivotal role in providing comprehensive legal support, particularly focusing on privacy regulations and matters related to international corporations and contracts.
Responsibilities are as follows:
- Legal Advisory: Offer expert legal advice and guidance to internal stakeholders on various legal matters, particularly those related to the FinTech industry, Privacy laws, and international corporate activities.
- Regulatory Compliance: Monitor and stay up-to-date with relevant legal and regulatory developments in African countries, ensuring the company's compliance with local laws and regulations in the FinTech sector.
- Privacy and Data Protection: Develop and implement strategies to ensure compliance with data privacy laws, including GDPR and other regional Privacy regulations. Advise on data protection policies, data transfers, and user consent mechanisms.
- Contract Drafting and Review: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including partnerships, vendor contracts, and customer agreements, with a keen understanding of local legal requirements.
- International Transactions: Assist in structuring and executing international transactions, mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures, taking into account cross-border legal implications.
- Risk Management: Identify legal risks and provide mitigation strategies for the business. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement proactive risk management initiatives.
- Dispute Resolution: Manage legal disputes, including external counsel coordination, litigation strategy development, and negotiations.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with internal teams, external legal counsel, regulatory bodies, and industry associations to ensure comprehensive legal support across all relevant jurisdictions.
Requirements:
- Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent degree from a reputable law school.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant legal experience, with a strong emphasis on the FinTech industry and exposure to legal matters in African countries.
- Proficiency in English is essential; additional language skills, especially those relevant to African countries, would be advantageous.
- In-depth knowledge of Privacy laws, including GDPR and other international data protection regulations.
- Demonstrated experience in working with international corporations, preferably in the FinTech or technology sector.
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to travel occasionally, as required.
- Candidates in Europe or the United Kingdom will be considered for this position
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