Regulatory Counsel, Middle East

AIRWALLEX

Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Not specified (assumed to be office-based in dubai, uae)
Regulatory legal advice for middle east
Payments and financial services regulation
Licensing and registration support
Airwallex is seeking a Regulatory Counsel for the Middle East, based in Dubai, to provide legal guidance on regulatory matters related to payments and financial services. The role requires a qualified lawyer with 6-8 years of experience, particularly in fintech, and offers opportunities for growth within a collaborative and fast-paced environment

Job Summary

  • This role will focus on advising on complex regulatory issues relating to payments and financial services in key Middle Eastern markets, supporting both local activities and cross‑border product offerings.
  • You will support the build‑out and maintenance of our licensing and registration portfolio in the region by helping to implement appropriate measures and controls and working closely with Regulatory Compliance and other control functions.
  • At Airwallex you’ll have the ability to make an impact in a rapidly growing, global fintech.

Matching Summary

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Airwallex is seeking a Regulatory Counsel for the Middle East, based in Dubai, to provide legal guidance on regulatory matters related to payments and financial services. The role requires a qualified lawyer with 6-8 years of experience, particularly in fintech, and offers opportunities for growth within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Regulatory legal advice for Middle East
  • Payments and financial services regulation
  • Licensing and registration support
  • Liaise with senior stakeholders globally
  • Manage external legal counsel

Nice-to-have

  • Founder-like energy
  • Ambitious work
  • Accelerated learning
  • True ownership
  • Move fast with good judgment

Key Requirements

  • 6-8 years post-qualification experience
  • Strong regulatory experience in fintech
  • Experience in Middle Eastern markets
  • Experience with regulatory submissions and filings
  • Fluent in English

Work Rights

Not specified

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