Legal Manager

Duplo is a Lagos-based fintech startup that enables businesses in Africa to automate their spend management, simplify cross-border payments, and control business finances all on one platform. Duplo is backed by top investors including Y Combinator, Tribe Capital, Commerce Ventures, Soma Capital and Oui Capital

Duplo is hiring a Legal Manager to lead legal, regulatory and corporate governance matters as the business grows across Africa

Job Details

• Location: Lagos, Lagos State
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Experience: Minimum of 7 years in Fintech

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
• Identify, assess and mitigate legal risks related to business operations, commercial transactions and regulatory developments
• Manage potential legal disputes, liaise with external counsel and represent Duplo in legal proceedings when necessary
• Build and maintain relationships with regulatory bodies and legal authorities
• Protect the company's IP assets, 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

Requirements

• Excellent knowledge of the relevant laws and regulations in the local and global payments space
• Minimum of 7 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
• Excellent grasp of legal research, advisory and analysis
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Effective communication and negotiation skills

How to Apply

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