Duplo is building the platform to power the next generation of financial services. Our mission is to help companies expand financial access for all. Our simple and powerful banking-as-a-service API helps companies quickly launch financial products.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Legal Manager
Location: Lagos
Job Schedule: Full time (Hybrid)
Department: Legal
Job Summary
- This is a unique opportunity. You’ll have the responsibility and resources to take a significant part in the creation of a paradigm-changing product that will impact millions.
Responsibilities
- Ensure Duplo complies with all applicable laws, financial regulations, and licensing requirements in Nigeria and other target markets.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents, including customer agreements, partnership contracts, vendor agreements, and NDAs.
- Maintain corporate records, oversee company secretarial duties, and ensure compliance with corporate governance best practices.
- Build and maintain relationships with regulatory bodies and legal authorities to ensure smooth business operations and regulatory compliance.
- Ensure the company’s IP assets are protected, oversee data privacy policies, and ensure compliance with applicable data protection regulations.
- Provide legal insights and support on Duplo’s expansion into new markets, including entity formation, licensing, and compliance frameworks.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks related to business operations, commercial transactions, and regulatory developments.
- Manage any potential legal disputes, liaise with external counsel, and represent Duplo in legal proceedings when necessary.
Technical Requirements / Qualifications
- Excellent knowledge of the relevant laws and regulations in the local and global payments space
- Excellent grasp of legal research, advisory and analysis.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Effective communication and negotiation skills.
- Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in the Fintech industry
- A bachelor’s degree in law (LLB, BL) from a recognized institution and a valid license to practice law in Nigeria.
- High degree of professional ethics and integrity.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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