Overview
General Counsel – FinTech Jobs in Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates at PAPEL Holding
Title: General Counsel – FinTech
Company: PAPEL Holding
Location: Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Who We Are
At Papel Holdings, we’re not just another Fintech company. We’re on a mission to revolutionize the financial landscape. From innovative banking solutions to cutting-edge digital asset products, we’re transforming how people interact with money.
Careers at Papel suit those who want to have an impact, who are comfortable getting uncomfortable, willing to take risks and win big. We are brave, laser-focused and have high aptitude, with a little playfulness for good measure. If you’re someone who thrives on high accountability, possesses a start-up spirit, and flair for industry-savvy solutions, you’ll fit right in.
If this resonates with you, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact and be part of something that’s changing how we interact with money and wealth.
POSITION OBJECTIVE
As General Counsel, you will serve as the primary legal advisor to the company, providing Legal’s commercial-corporate and regulatory leadership across all business functions. You’ll be responsible for managing legal risk, navigating regulatory environments, and ensuring compliance with domestic and international financial services regulations and laws. You’ll also be instrumental in technology procurement, corporate governance, acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and the full suite of contracts related to product development.
Responsibilities
Serve as the company’s principal legal advisor, managing all legal matters, including corporate, commercial, regulatory, employment, and intellectual property
Oversee legal risk management and compliance with applicable financial regulations
Advise on licensing applications related to payments, lending, digital assets, or digital banking
Lead and negotiate key commercial agreements, including partnerships and vendor contracts
Advise the Board of Directors and executive leadership on legal strategy, governance, and best practices
Manage external counsel relationships and legal budget. This includes “magic circle” and local counsel in other jurisdictions
Build and lead an in-house legal team as the company grows
Requirements
JD or LLB from an accredited law school. Ideally in the top-20 globally by QS rankings or similar
10+ years of PQE legal experience, with a strong background in TMT, payments, and financial services
Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks relevant to FinTech (e.g., AML/KYC, sanctions, digital assets, Travel Rule, data privacy)
Experience negotiating complex contracts and advising on corporate transactions
Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence at the executive level
Operationally strong and also a strategic thinker
Preferred Qualifications
Financial services and data protection certifications
Ideally, prior experience at regulated entities and a fintech startup
International legal experience and cross-border regulations; interfacing with notaries public
Benefits
Competetive salary
Discretionary bonus
Comprehensive Healthcare
