Legal Counsel

Location: UK Malta Ukraine Europe

Our client is a leading Electronic Money Institution (EMI) authorized by the FCA (UK) FINTRAC (Canada) and MFSA (Malta) operating across 140 countries and over 25 industries. They offer multicurrency IBANs merchant solutions and mass payment options all accessible through a single platform and contract. This makes them a preferred partner for both local and international payments.

Following their recent Maltese license theyre excited to expand into new markets and are looking for an experienced and strategic Finance Officer to lead and oversee all financial operations in Malta and globally.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading financial licensing processes across the EU UK and other regions
• Managing the opening and maintenance of correspondent and operational bank accounts
• Handling complex legal inquiries and RFIs from banks and authorities
• Staying updated on all relevant financial regulations including banking EMI PI PASEP AML KYC and data protection and implementing necessary changes
• Updating compliance programs in line with regulator requirements
• Managing regulatory reporting AML and other audits
• Overseeing company governance policies and regulatory compliance
• Driving licensing processes for expansion into new markets
• Maintaining accurate record-keeping and company documentation
• Developing and implementing corporate compliance and governance programs across the group
• Improving company policies related to KYB AML anti-fraud and compliance functions
• Drafting contracts such as NDA MSA Employment Outsourcing Loan and Outstaffing agreements
• Serving as the primary liaison with local law firms auditors and regulators
• Conducting pre-engagement audits for third-party vendors financial providers banks payment systems and partners
• Reporting regularly to the CEO and Head of Operations on regulatory matters and proposals
• Leading crisis response to ensure business continuity and minimize risks

What were looking for:

• Minimum 3 years experience as Legal Counsel Legal Advisor or Lawyer within regulated companies with a proven track record of acquiring and maintaining EU/UK EMI banking payment institution or PI licenses
• Strong understanding of international corporate law general tax principles corporate due diligence and EU licensing and compliance frameworks
• Experience enhancing company compliance in regulated environments ideally having supported organizations scaling from startup to established enterprises
• Proven ability to open and manage international and correspondent bank accounts with regulator communication experience
• Solid contract drafting skills (NDA MSA Employment Agreements etc.)
• Hands-on experience managing audits and banking operations
• Fluent English language skills
• Masters degree in Law

Bonus points for:

Knowledge of Maltas regulatory framework and experience working with MFSA

Familiarity with legal aspects of digital payments anti-fraud practices and transaction monitoring

Proficiency in Ukrainian language a strong advantage

Whats in it for you:

Monthly investment in your English language development

Annual budget for professional growth and certifications

Clear career path: potential to move into Lead roles within 1 year Head roles in 2 years and C-level positions within 4 years based on performance

KPI-driven performance reviews ensuring merit-based recognition

Opportunity to contribute to unique projects and earn exceptional bonuses through the companys Ideas Hub

Flexible people-first culture with paid vacation sick leave and additional local holidays

Multiple payment options including Private Entrepreneurship accounts and popular e-wallets

Company values:

At our clients company ownership and initiative are core to their culture specialists are empowered to make an impact. Collaboration and open communication drive their success.