As the Legal & Compliance Manager, you will serve as the primary architect of our legal strategy and regulatory compliance framework. You will ensure that our Web3 products and cross-border operations remain compliant while supporting aggressive business growth. This role requires a rare blend of technical legal expertise and the agility to thrive in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.
- Regulatory Navigation: Research and interpret evolving regulations for Fintech and Web3 in Ghana, Kenya, Cameroon, Poland, and the Americas
- Licensing & Permits: Lead the application process for necessary financial licenses (IMTO, PSP, VASP, EMI, etc.) in target jurisdictions
- Compliance Framework: Design, implement, and manage robust AML/KYC/CFT policies and internal audit procedures
- Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, partnership contracts, and vendor terms
- Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for regulators, financial intelligence units, and external legal counsel
- Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify legal risks in product roadmaps and provide actionable solutions to the Executive team
Requirements
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Education: Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and relevant professional certification (CAMS or equivalent preferred).
- Experience: 10 years of experience in legal/compliance, with at least 3-5 years specifically within Fintech, Crypto, or Web3.
- Tech Literacy:Deep understanding of blockchain technology, smart contracts, and decentralized finance (DeFi).
- Regional Knowledge:Demonstrated experience managing compliance in at least two of our core regions (Africa, EU, or Americas).
Competencies & Cultural Fit
- Extreme Ownership: You take full responsibility for outcomes, not just tasks
- High Performance: You excel in environments with high standards and rapid iteration
- Strategic Thinking: You don't just say "no"; you provide a "how-to" that minimizes risk
- Communication: Ability to distill complex legal jargon into clear business advice for non-legal stakeholders