Job Description:
At Remitly we believe everyone deserves the freedom to access move and manage their money wherever life takes them. Since 2011 weve tirelessly delivered on our promise to customers sending money globally providing secure simple and reliable ways to manage their money ensuring true peace of mind. Whether its supporting loved ones back home growing a business across continents or pursuing new opportunities abroad were not just here to move money were here to move our global customers forward.About the Role:
Remitly is looking for a Dubai based Legal Counsel to support Remitlys growth across the Middle East and Asia Pacific (MEAPAC). In this role you will be responsible for driving licensing and expansion initiatives in the region providing expert legal support on regulatory matters payment agreement negotiations product and service development. Working closely with Remitlys business product compliance and finance teams your role will also involve interpreting and analyzing complex legal and regulatory requirements identifying areas of risk and opportunity as well as providing timely and effective advice to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations. The successful candidate will be proactive highly organized hands on a great cross-functional team player and will be able to stay updated on evolving regulatory matters in relevant jurisdictions. This role is based in Dubai and will report to the Legal Director Middle East and APAC.
You Will:
Support Remitlys expansion initiatives across MEAPAC including regulatory feasibility assessments of new markets legal structuring of new products and market entry strategies in the region.
Manage and support licensing and authorization processes with financial regulators and others across the MEAPAC region - including India the Middle East and other key jurisdictions across APAC (applications filings and ongoing supervisory engagement).
Advise on the regulatory framework applicable to financial institutions in jurisdictions in MEAPAC.
Monitor and stay current with changes in payment-related laws and regulations in MEAPAC and advise on any necessary changes to Remitlys products and services.
As needed review and negotiate strategic agreements with partners in MEAPAC (including banks payment processors and other regulated entities) as well as providing legal advice and support for global projects.
Support and advise the government relations and compliance teams on regulatory matters including interactions and correspondence with relevant authorities.
Manage and collaborate with external counsel in various jurisdictions as needed.
Support with any other legal work in the region.
You Have:
Qualifications to practice law with 7 years of experience preferably including both in-house counsel and top national or international law firm experience.
Experience in financial services including advice on payments agreements and product development.
Direct experience with the licensing processes including hands-on interaction with regulators throughout the application process.
In-depth knowledge of Indian payments regulations and industry standards as well as experience advising on regulatory issues in relevant jurisdictions. Experience with the payments regulatory environment in other MEAPAC jurisdictions is a plus.
Experience working directly with regulators and managing external counsel.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional legal projects and implement programs of regulatory change in a fast-paced high-growth environment across multiple countries and time zones.
A practical and self-motivated attitude happy to work on complex projects.
AI fluency.
Full professional proficiency in English required additional languages are a plus.
Our Benefits:
Medical Dental & Vision Insurance
Life Insurance & Income Protection
Housing Allowance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Commuter Reimbursement
Mental Health & Family Forming benefits
Learning & development benefits
Our Connected Work Culture: Driving Innovation Together
At Remitly we believe that true innovation sparks when we come together. Our Connected Work Culture fosters dynamic in-person collaboration where ideas ignite and challenging problems find solutions faster.
Under the Companys current hybrid-work expectations employees in this position work onsite Tuesday through Thursday each week. Additional onsite attendance may be required based on business needs and the Company may modify its hybrid-work expectations from time to time. These intentional in-office moments are vital for deepening relationships fueling creativity and ensuring your impact is felt where it matters most.
Remitly is an E-Verify Employer
At Remitly we are dedicated to ensuring that our workplace offers equal employment opportunities to all employees and candidates in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Remitly is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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