Legal Counsel, Fintech

Who we are is what we do.

Deel and our family of growing companies are made up of global teams dedicated to helping businesses hire anyone, anywhere, easily. 

The team comprises over three thousand self-driven individuals spanning over 100 countries, and our unified yet diverse culture keeps us continually learning and innovating the platform and products for customers.

Companies should be able to hire the best talent anywhere in the world, so we are building the best platform to make that a reality. Our market-leading technology, expertise, and global team are crucial to the platform’s success. We deliver the best products and features in our space, enabling millions of jobs worldwide and connecting the global workforce with the best companies and opportunities.

Why should you be part of our success story?

A 30-mile hiring radius should no longer dictate how companies hire because exceptional talent lives everywhere. Deel sees a world without hiring borders and endless talent that pairs perfect candidates with great companies.

We offer global teams all the tools they need to hire, onboard, manage, pay, and scale at full speed. We aim to foster a diverse global economy by building a generational platform that seamlessly connects companies with talent worldwide.

After our successful Series D in 2021, we raised another $50M in 2023, doubling our valuation to $12B. There’s never been a more exciting time to join Deel — the international payroll and compliance market leader.

Summary

As Legal Counsel with payments and fintech experience, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the legal framework for Deel’s global regulatory, fintech and licensing operations across the Company. Partnering with cross-functional teams, you will provide expert legal guidance on product development, regulatory requirements, licensing, and other critical areas to support the business, 

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented legal professional with a strong foundation in the payments industry, a passion for regulated financial services, and an entrepreneurial and problem-solving mindset ready to tackle complex challenges with practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain the legal framework for global payments operations.

• Serve as the primary legal advisor for our financial and payment services, addressing areas such as product guidance, regulatory requirements, licensing and other pertinent legal concerns.

• Act as the main legal liaison for our payment product teams, ensuring legal and compliance standards are integrated into new product and business ventures.

• Develop and implement streamlined, practical, and scalable legal and compliance processes.

• Contribute to creating and enhancing internal legal and compliance protocols.

• Provide guidance on and track new laws and regulations affecting payment services.

• Facilitate the legal movement of employees across borders for business travel.

Desired skills and competencies

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the legal aspects of the payments industry (e.g., money transmission, lending, banking services, or fintech) within a law firm or in-house legal setting.

• JD, LLB, LLM, or equivalent qualification, or authorization to practice law.

• Fluency in English; additional language skills are advantageous.

• Demonstrated interest in payments and regulatory consulting, with experience advising on legal issues in regulated industries.

• Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams across global regions, including collaboration with external counsel.

• Eagerness for navigating complex regulatory environments and crafting practical solutions.

• Entrepreneurial mindset with flexibility, initiative, and a strong work ethic.

• Excellent communication skills, capable of simplifying complex legal requirements into actionable advice.

• Solid analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Manage relationships with internal and external counsel.

• Have experience in a fast paced dynamic startup and fast growth environment.

Total Rewards

Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all. 

Some things you’ll enjoy

• Provided computer equipment tailored to your role

• Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location

• Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country

• The flexibility of remote work, including WeWork access where available

At Deel, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of  race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Unless otherwise agreed, we will communicate with job applicants using Deel-specific emails, which include @deel.com and other acquired company emails like @payspace.com and @paygroup.com. You can view the most up-to-date job listings at Deel by visiting our careers page.

Deel is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects different abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, identities and perspectives.

Deel will provide accommodation on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team at recruiting@deel.com of the nature of the accommodation that you may require, to ensure your equal participation.