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FINEXUS GroupKuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
30+ days ago
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About FINEXUS Group

Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

About Us Finexus is a diversified technology company serving approximately 100 banks and payment companies globally. Our portfolio consists of conventional Islamic, investment and digital banks and we have been running this business for 25 years. We are a data processor for card networks including Visa, Mastercard, Alipay and MyDebit, a merchant acquirer registered with Bank Negara, as well as an approved non-bank e-money issuer. We have domestic (MDEC) and international (ISO) accreditations. We’re also Malaysia’s first e-wallet to integrate with MyDigital ID, as well as the first company to go live for providing LHDN e-invoicing solutions.

About The Job We’re looking for a talented, bright and independent individual to join our legal team. Candidates from private practice or in-house background are welcome to apply. While sound legal knowledge is expected, the differentiating factor would be your acumen in balancing commercial pressure, business needs and risks. In simple terms, we need someone with judgment.

Responsibilities

  • Contract review and lifecycle management for all software delivery models e.g. SaaS, licensing, project implementation, maintenance etc.
  • Negotiating with banks or blue chip counterparties.
  • Research and strategic advice on all business verticals including but not limited to new product lines, government awards, AI and data analytics.
  • Help the DPO on privacy matters
  • Horizon scanning for future regulatory developments
  • Manage and instruct external counsels, be it dispute, BAU transactional or project work.
  • Interaction with the board of directors / senior management
  • Participating in internal and external trainings
  • Being consulted in business decisions
  • Work from home arrangements
  • Career growth plans to ensure progression

Qualifications & Requirements

  • LLB, and CLP is an added advantage
  • A combination of private practice and in-house is ideal
  • 4 to 7 years prior working experience
  • Strong organizational and time management skills to manage multiple competing interests and overlapping priorities
  • Independent, resourceful, commercially aware and diplomatic
  • Strong foundation in contract law, and ideally, familiar with technology, privacy, banking, FinReg regulation or businesses
  • Self-starter who can own their own portfolio and mistakes
  • Other details

  • Seniority level : Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type : Full-time
  • Job function : Legal
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