Legal Counsel

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. 

We are looking for a Legal Counsel to support financial licensing, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance processes across the EU and UK. This role offers hands-on experience in managing legal requests, maintaining documentation, drafting agreements and assisting with audits under the guidance of Senior Legal Counsel.

Your regular tasks:

• 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 but not limited to Privacy Policy, Terms and Conditions.
• Draft agreements such as but not limited to NDA, MSA, Employment Agreement, Outsourcing agreement, Loan Agreement, Outstaffing Agreement etc.
• Help manage legal requests and RFIs (banks, authorities) by gathering information and preparing initial responses.
• Assist with record keeping and structuring of the company’s legal documentation and information.
• Act as a support contact for correspondence with local law firms, auditors, and regulatory bodies.
• Monitor updates to financial regulations (banking, EMIs, PIs, AML, KYC, data protection laws) and assist in implementing necessary changes.
• Support the development and maintenance of corporate compliance and governance programs.
• Support the implementation of governance policies and updates related to regulatory requirements.
• Assist with crisis response and risk mitigation strategies under the guidance of Senior Legal Counsel.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as Legal Counsel
• Proficiency in technology and understanding of fintech-related software and systems, including payment processing, cybersecurity, and anti-fraud measures
• Experience with opening international bank accounts and communication with regulatory bodies
• Proficient communication skills to interact with internal teams, external partners, and regulatory bodies, with the ability to convey financial and technical information clearly

Skills:

• Understanding of international corporate law, general tax principles, GDPR, due diligence for corporate entities, EU licensing and compliance principles
• Knowledge of dealing with audits, correspondent and corporate bank accounts etc
• Common knowledge in FinTech industry
• Will be preferable previous experience in regulated companies and achieving financial, banking, gaming or other licensing in EU,UK, or other developed countries/regions

Tools:

• Familiarity with CRM systems, such as Jira or similar tools
  
  

As a plus

• Experience in fintech companies or companies that provide consultancy regarding payments compliance. 
• Experience in handling cross-border legal matters.

Hiring Steps
CV screening → TA Intro call (up to 45 mins) → Tech Interview with Hiring Manager (up to 60 mins) → Job Offer → Onboarding  

What's In It For You
At PayDo, specialists are at the heart of our innovation and success. Joining our team means accessing unparalleled opportunities to grow, contribute, and thrive in a dynamic FinTech environment.

• Empowerment Through Professional Development:
  • Monthly investment in your English learning
  • Yearly allocation for advancing your professional expertise
• Unlock Your Potential:
  • Transparent career growth with opportunities to achieve Lead roles within 1 year, Head roles in 2 years, and even C-level within 4 years, based on exceptional performance
  • Performance reviews are anchored in KPIs, ensuring recognition is merit-based
• Make a Lasting Impact:
  • Work on unique projects where your contributions can reshape company-wide processes
  • Bring your ideas to the table and earn exceptional bonuses through our PayDo Ideas Hub
• Flexible and People-Centric Culture:
  • Days of paid vacation annually, with the flexibility to transfer unused days or receive compensation
  • Days of paid sick leave annually, accommodating emergencies and medical needs
  • Additional holidays aligned with your local calendar
• Compensation & Incentives:
  • Multiple payment options, including Private Entrepreneurship accounts or popular e-wallets

Our Values:
At PayDo, we live by principles that drive us to excellence:

• Ownership & Initiative: Specialists who take charge and make a difference
• Collaboration & Communication: Together, we achieve more by sharing ideas and insights

Become part of a global team redefining FinTech. Your expertise, passion, and ideas will shape the future of payments with PayDo!