Description

Join a fast-growing global fintech platform that offers integrated financial services across payments, banking, trading, and digital assets. As a Senior Legal Counsel, you'll play a pivotal role in advising on financial, banking, and regulatory matters while supporting the company's Japan market expansion and upcoming banking license project. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic international environment at the intersection of law, innovation, and finance.
Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal and regulatory advice in line with Japan's financial and banking laws.
• Support the banking license application process, including regulatory documentation and submissions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial, outsourcing, and partnership agreements.
• Collaborate with Compliance, Product, and Financial Crime (FinCrime) teams on cross-border initiatives.
• Advise on data protection and privacy matters under APPI and related legislation.
• Liaise with regulators, external counsel, and industry associations.
• Monitor new financial regulations and implement frameworks to mitigate legal risks.

Required Skills and Qualifications Legal Qualification:

• Japan-qualified lawyer (Bengoshi) or common-law-qualified attorney.

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in financial institutions, fintech, or banking.

Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of Japan FSA regulations, the Payment Services Act, and data protection (APPI).

Language Requirements:

• Japanese: Fluent (legal drafting and regulator communication).
• English: Business level (for internal coordination and cross-border matters).

Soft Skills:

• Excellent bilingual communication and drafting skills.
• Independent, hands-on working style with strong business acumen.
• Ability to balance legal precision with commercial objectives.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in fintech or technology sectors.
• Familiarity with AML/CFT frameworks and licensing projects.
• Experience in multinational or high-growth companies.

About the Company
Our client is a global fintech leader expanding rapidly across Asia-Pacific. The company provides cutting-edge digital financial services spanning banking, payments, trading, and asset management. With a strong focus on regulatory excellence and innovation, the firm is now preparing for its Japan banking license, marking a key milestone in its long-term growth strategy.
Why You'll Love Working Here

• Direct involvement in a high-impact banking license project shaping Japan's fintech future.
• International, diverse, and performance-driven culture that values innovation and collaboration.
• Hybrid work model (3-4 days WFH) offering flexibility and balance.
• Exposure to commercial and regulatory work at both domestic and global levels.
• Opportunity to build the legal foundation for a new banking operation in Japan.

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