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Legal Counsel, FinTech (Remote - APAC) at Jobgether. This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of Deel. We are currently looking for a Legal Counsel, FinTech in APAC.. Join a fast-paced legal team shaping the future of financial services at a global scale. In this remote role, you'll provide strategic legal counsel on fintech and payments-related operations, guiding regulatory compliance, licensing, and cross-border service implementation. You’ll work closely with product and operations teams to build scalable legal frameworks across multiple jurisdictions. This position offers the chance to influence key business decisions, navigate complex regulatory challenges, and support high-impact innovation in global payroll and financial infrastructure.. Accountabilities:. . Serve as the lead legal advisor for financial and payment services, focusing on product compliance, licensing, and regulatory strategy.. . Design and maintain legal frameworks to support cross-border payments operations and fintech product development.. . Advise internal teams on evolving legal requirements, integrating legal best practices into new services and features.. . Develop scalable legal and compliance processes to streamline risk management and operational workflows.. . Track legal and regulatory developments affecting the payments industry across APAC and beyond.. . Facilitate employee mobility for business travel in compliance with local and international regulations.. . Coordinate with external counsel and contribute to shaping internal legal policies and procedures.. . . Minimum of 5 years' experience as a qualified lawyer, including at least 1–2 years advising on fintech, payments, money transmission, or related financial services.. . JD, LLB, LLM, or equivalent legal qualification, with authorization to practice law.. . Experience in a law firm or in-house legal team within regulated industries.. . Fluency in English required; additional languages are a plus.. . Strong communication skills with the ability to translate legal complexities into clear, actionable guidance.. . Entrepreneurial mindset, high adaptability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.. . Ability to work cross-functionally in a global, fast-growth startup environment.. . Demonstrated ability to manage external counsel and collaborate with internal stakeholders across multiple regions.. . Company Location: Australia.