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Our client is a high-growth global payment platform utilizing AI-routing in specialized verticals (iGaming, Forex, Crypto). Processing millions of transactions across cards, 60+ APMs, and crypto in Europe, LATAM, and Africa. With MSB status in Canada and aiming for EMI licensing in the UK and Malta, they are entering a critical scale-up phase. They are looking for a Legal & Compliance Officer to support regulatory, licensing, and banking-related compliance in a high-risk B2B fintech environment. The role focuses on legal and regulatory support, risk analysis, and multi-jurisdictional compliance rather than routine operational checks. You will work closely with internal legal, compliance, and risk stakeholders and interact directly with banks, PSPs, and regulatory counterparties.

Job Responsibility:

  • Support legal and compliance activities related to bank account openings and ongoing banking relationships
  • Prepare, structure, and coordinate responses to legal, compliance, AML, and risk-related requests from banks, PSPs, and partners
  • Support licensing and regulatory processes in multiple jurisdictions, including the UK, Malta, and other relevant markets
  • Draft, review, and maintain legal, compliance, and regulatory documentation supporting licensing and banking requirements
  • Analyse regulatory and legal risk implications across different jurisdictions and business models
  • Participate in internal risk assessments and discussions from a legal and compliance perspective
  • Identify, analyse, and resolve non-standard, complex, and cross-jurisdictional risk issues
  • Contribute to the development and refinement of compliance and AML frameworks aligned with banking and regulatory expectations
  • Support internal teams on legal, compliance, and risk-related matters linked to business operations and scaling

Requirements:

  • Relevant experience in legal, compliance, or risk roles within fintech, PSP, EMI, or other regulated financial environments, including high-risk sectors such as crypto, iGaming, gambling, or forex
  • Strong understanding of banking expectations, AML requirements, and regulatory risk in high-risk B2B models
  • Practical experience with regulatory interaction in at least one jurisdiction (UK, Malta, or comparable)
  • Ability to draft, review, and structure legal and compliance documentation
  • Strong analytical and written communication skills
  • Professional English for written and verbal communication
What we offer:
  • Direct involvement in licensing, banking relationships, and regulatory matters
  • Exposure to multi-jurisdictional regulatory and risk frameworks
  • Clear growth path toward senior legal, compliance, or regulatory strategy roles
  • Competitive compensation and long-term development within the company

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Job Posted:
January 06, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
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