Overview
Legal Counsel Jobs in North West Community Development Council, Singapore at YouTrip
Title: Legal Counsel
Company: YouTrip
Location: North West Community Development Council, Singapore
We AreYouTrip is at the forefront of Asia’s financial revolution, defining the future of digital finance with its leading multi-currency payment platform. Launched in 2018, YouTrip has swiftly ascended as a powerhouse, orchestrating billions in transactions annually and securing the trust of millions. With innovative solutions like YouTrip for consumers and YouBiz for businesses, we offer unmatched financial ease and cost-effectiveness. Fresh off a successful US$50 million Series B funding round led by Lightspeed Venture, we’re setting new benchmarks in the digital financial services sector.
At the heart of our mission is a commitment to eliminate financial borders across Asia, propelling us into the next wave of digital finance.
You Will
Be responsible for providing legal support on a wide variety of enquiries and matters, including but not limited to contracts, customer queries, data protection, regulatory compliance, licensing and corporate secretarial matters.
Be closely involved in our market expansion plans and licensing application initiatives
Review and draft contracts and other company documentation, such as vendor agreements, employment handbooks, and NDAs.
Support the company in managing and resolving legal disputes and regulatory inquiries.
Monitor legal and regulatory developments that may impact the company and provide timely advice to business teams.
Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, including anti-money laundering (AML) and know-your-customer (KYC) regulations.
Support the development and implementation of legal policies and procedures.
Support the development of existing legal competencies, and work closely with our Compliance team members
Conduct legal research as required.
You Are
Market Expert – Having experience in a Fintech firm will be highly advantageous. The ideal candidate will leverage this experience to provide strategic and effective legal advice.
Relationship Builder – Having excellent communication skills and a strong ability to collaborate and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including relevant regulators, vendors and business partners
Team Player – Collaborates across teams to provide practical legal advice aligned with business goals. Supports colleagues, fosters trust, and thrives in a fast-paced startup environment with a solution-oriented mindset.
Your Professional Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in law from a reputable university.
Been admitted to the bar of a commonwealth jurisdiction (e.g., Singapore, UK, Malaysia etc.).
5 – 7 years of experience in a reputable law firm or as an in-house counsel, preferably in a financial institution or payments company.
Strong understanding of payments, contract law, data protection, and financial services regulatory compliance.
Ability to assess and conceptualize business and legal concerns in new areas of law and fintech.
Excellent drafting skills, with strong attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to foster and maintain solid working relationships across all functions and seniority.
Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment and to prioritise and manage multiple work streams.
Experience in working independently while remaining highly accountable to all stakeholders.
Good commercial sense with a pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach to solving problems.
Experience supporting expansion initiatives such as licensing, M&A and partnerships in South East Asia and/or Asia Pacific.
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