Senior Legal Counsel

About the Job

At Xendit, we are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel (Malaysia) who embodies our values and represents our commitment to excellence in legal matters. As a leader within Xendit, you will provide strategic legal guidance and support to all areas of the business, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks. Your role as a true partner to the organization will involve solving complex legal issues, developing legal strategies, and ensuring that all legal processes align with our business objectives. You'll bring a diverse set of skills, including exceptional legal expertise, strategic thinking, and a willingness to do whatever it takes to succeed. You possess a strong commitment to go the extra mile and handle all aspects of legal matters with a positive and determined attitude. With your relentless drive for successful outcomes, you'll play a crucial role in the growth and success of Xendit.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: LL.B or J.D. from an accredited law school; Malaysian Bar admission is preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience as a corporate or regulatory lawyer, with a focus on fintech, finance, or technology industries.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of Malaysian financial, regulatory, and fintech laws and compliance frameworks (e.g., Bank Negara Malaysia regulations).
• Analytical Skills: Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret complex regulations, offering practical advice that aligns with business strategies.
• Leadership Abilities: Experience leading and mentoring junior team members, fostering a collaborative and strategic environment.
• Communication: Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Proactive problem-solver who can assess risks and develop effective, business-friendly solutions.

Responsibilities

• Legal Advisory: Provide expert legal advice and guidance on regulatory compliance, contractual negotiations, and corporate governance in alignment with Xendit’s strategic goals.
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay updated on local fintech regulations, conduct impact assessments on new regulations, and work closely with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with Malaysia’s evolving legal framework.
• Risk Management: Identify potential legal risks within Xendit’s operations, develop risk mitigation strategies, and proactively advise the business teams on best practices to manage regulatory risks.
• Contractual Review: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including customer, vendor, partnership, and data-sharing agreements, ensuring favorable terms that minimize legal risks.
• Dispute Management: Manage any disputes arising in Malaysia and develop effective and solution-oriented dispute resolution strategies.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, and compliance, to support various projects, mitigate risks, and align legal strategies with business needs.
• Regional Support: Provide support to Xendit’s regional sales team, including prompt and detailed reviews of regional contracts and negotiations with regional customers.
• Team Leadership: Mentor junior members of the legal team, sharing expertise in regulatory analysis, risk management, and contract negotiation.
• External Liaison: Work with external counsel when necessary to manage more complex legal issues or regulatory matters.
• Internal Liaison: Be the legal team’s eyes and ears on the ground and provide regular updates of all matters going on in Malaysia.