About Zeal Group
Zeal Group is an award-winning FinTech organisation offering a variety of products. Founded in 2017, we have grown to a team of 700+ employees across the globe.
Our offices and presence are spread across Europe, Asia, North & South Africa, Middle East and South America, with our Technology hub located in Cyprus.
We are a product and people focused company who are passionate about growth, innovative technology, and collaboration.
Role Overview:
As the Head of Legal at Zeal Group, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our legal strategies and ensuring that our operations are in full compliance with the ever-evolving regulations in the fintech industry. You will lead a team of legal professionals, providing guidance and support across various departments while remaining proactive in managing legal risks and opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the legal function of the company, including contract negotiation, compliance, and risk management.
- Provide expert legal advice to executive leadership and other stakeholders on a variety of issues including corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and business strategy.
- Manage relationships with external legal counsel and other external advisors.
- Implement and enforce legal policies and processes across the organization.
- Stay abreast of changes in local and international legislation impacting the business.
- Deliver training and legal updates to employees across the organization, fostering a culture of compliance and ethical practices.
Qualifications:
- Qualified lawyer with at least 8 years of relevant post-qualification experience, preferably in fintech or related sectors.
- Proven managerial experience in leading a legal team and overseeing complex legal matters.
- Strong knowledge of commercial law, regulatory frameworks, and compliance requirements in the fintech industry.
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and provide actionable legal advice in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven track record of successfully managing legal risks and providing strategic guidance for business initiatives.
Rewards in return for your commitment
- Work from home Wednesdays!
- Health insurance, optical benefit, dental benefit
- Maternity and paternity leave
- 25 annual leave days + bank holidays
- Gym reimbursement scheme
- 30-day work from anywhere policy
- Pension scheme via Aviva
Zeal Holdings London, England Office
26 Throgmorton Street, , England , London, United Kingdom, EC2N 2AN
