Paralegal/Legal Support

Job Description:This is a high-impact position at the center of a complex multijurisdictional structure spanning +8 entities across the EU, UAE, South Africa, and Southeast Asia. This role is ideal for an experienced paralegal or legal operations professional with financial regulatory experience (especially around payment service providers (PSPs), fintech licensing, cross-border compliance, and commercial contracting) who thrives in fast-paced, international environments.What you’ll be doing:Contracting Conduct first-pass reviews of cross-border commercial agreements, including vendor, banking, and PSP contracts - Coordinate contract execution, track key terms, and maintain contract records across group entities - Support negotiations by flagging legal and commercial risks for escalation to legal counsel - Ensure consistency and alignment of contractual standards across jurisdictions - Track and manage key contract terms across the group Regulatory and Compliance Support - Support AML, KYC, sanctions, and financial crime compliance processes in coordination with Legal and Compliance - Assist with regulatory filings, licensing applications, and ongoing submissions - Manage onboarding and due diligence for PSPs, banks, and key counterparties - Conduct applicable legal research - Advise on FX regulatory frameworks Risk mitigation and Operational Execution - Support implementation of group-wide legal and compliance policies - Liaise with external counsel, regulators, and service providers as needed - Translate legal and regulatory requirements into clear, practical guidance for internal teams - Track regulatory obligations and help ensure timely execution across jurisdictions RequirementsStrong exposure to financial services, fintech, FX, or crypto-related environmentsSolid experience with commercial contracting and contract lifecycle managementHands-on experience supporting AML, KYC, sanctions, or financial compliance processesExperience working with banks, PSPs, or regulated counterpartiesAbility to operate independently and manage multiple priorities across time zonesExceptionally clear, responsive communicator in a remote environment5 - 7 years of experienceExposure to multi-entity or cross-border corporate structuresLaw degree preferredOriginally posted on Himalayas