Legal Associate

1 day ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Acumen Group Full time

Our client, a rapidly scaling fintech business operating across Africa, is seeking a Legal Associate to join their high-performing legal and compliance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the intersection of technology, regulation and finance, supporting the company's growth across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with licensing and regulatory submissions across various regions.
  • Support the renewal and compliance of existing licenses and regulatory obligations.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and legal documentation.
  • Provide corporate governance support, including maintaining company registers and filings.
  • Assist with onboarding and managing relationships with banks, PSPs and other financial partners.
  • Conduct legal research and ensure alignment with evolving regulatory frameworks.
  • Support senior legal counsel on cross-border compliance and corporate matters.

Requirements:

  • LLB degree and admission as an attorney.
  • Minimum 5 years' post-qualification experience (law firm or in-house).
  • Strong understanding of financial services, payments and commercial law.
  • Experience in fintech, cross-border regulation, or digital payments highly advantageous.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and strong drafting skills.
  • Confident, proactive and capable of managing work across multiple jurisdictions.

If you're a legally minded professional with a passion for fintech innovation and regulatory complexity, this role offers an exceptional platform to grow within a fast-evolving international environment.

If you haven't heard back from us within two weeks of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful at this time. We appreciate the time and effort you've invested in applying for this position and encourage you to keep an eye on our page for future opportunities.

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