Legal Counsel, FinTech

Overview

Who we are is what we do.

Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 150+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly.

Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 6,000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers.

Why join Deel?

As the fastest-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world-class companies, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024, we paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring people get paid and protected, no matter where they are.

Our momentum is reflected in our achievements and customer satisfaction: CNBC Disruptor 50, Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and top rankings on Y Combinator’s list, with a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Capterra, Apple and Google.

Your experience at Deel will be a career accelerator. You’ll tackle complex challenges that impact millions of people, backed by a $12 billion valuation and $1B in ARR in just over five years.

Summary

As Legal Counsel with payments and fintech experience, you will shape the legal framework for Deel’s global regulatory, fintech and licensing operations. You will partner with cross-functional teams to 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 financial and payment services, addressing product guidance, regulatory requirements, licensing and other legal concerns.
• Act as the main legal liaison for payment product teams, ensuring legal and compliance standards are integrated into new product and business ventures.
• Develop and implement streamlined, practical, 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

• 5+ years experience as a qualified lawyer
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in the legal aspects of the payments industry within a law firm or in-house 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
• Ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and craft practical solutions
• Entrepreneurial mindset with flexibility, initiative, and a strong work ethic
• Excellent communication skills and ability to simplify complex legal requirements into actionable advice
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Experience managing relationships with internal and external counsel
• Experience in a fast-paced startup or high-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

• Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location
• Additional perks and benefits based on employment status and country
• The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access

Deel is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and encourages 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 legally protected characteristics.

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