Legal Manager

About PalmPay

PalmPay is a leading neobank and fintech platform scaling financial inclusion across emerging markets. With over

40 million users , we’re building a digital financial ecosystem that empowers individuals and businesses through accessible, easy-to-use, and rewarding financial services. Operating in

Nigeria, Ghana, Tanzania, Bangladesh, and Pakistan , PalmPay has been recognised by

CNBC

as one of the

Top 300 Global Fintech Companies

and ranked

#2 overall

and

#1 in financial services

on the

Financial Times’ Africa’s Fastest Growing Companies 2025

list. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced

Legal Manager

to oversee legal and regulatory affairs for PalmPay Pakistan. This role will manage

contracts, compliance matters, regulatory engagement, and legal risk management , ensuring alignment with

SECP, NBFC, and fintech regulations . The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in financial services, NBFC, or digital banking, with the ability to support both day-to-day legal operations and long-term strategic initiatives.

Regulatory & Compliance Ensure compliance with SECP regulations, NBFC rules, Labor law, Tax law Act as a liaison with regulators, external counsel, and government authorities on legal and compliance matters Provide legal guidance on licensing, regulatory inspections, and compliance frameworks Contracts & Legal Documentation Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and MOUs with partners, vendors, and clients Ensure all legal documents are aligned with corporate standards and regulatory requirements Maintain accurate records of all legal and contractual obligations Risk Management & Advisory Identify legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them Provide legal opinions to management on new business initiatives, products, and partnerships Support dispute resolution and litigation management where required Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Compliance, HR, Finance, and Business teams to integrate legal considerations into operations Conduct legal awareness sessions and trainings for staff Reporting & Leadership Prepare and present regular legal reports to senior management Contribute to building a strong governance and compliance culture across PalmPay Pakistan Requirements Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law (LLB / LLM) from a recognized institution 7+ years of professional legal experience, with at least 3 years in financial services, fintech, NBFC, or digital banking Strong understanding of SECP regulations, NBFC frameworks, corporate law, labor law, and tax law Proven experience in contract drafting, regulatory engagement, and risk management Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Fluency in English and Urdu (written and spoken) Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary Annual salary reviews Festival bonuses and mobile / internet allowance Professional development opportunities Opportunity to lead legal and regulatory matters for a multinational fintech company in Pakistan

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