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Chief Legal Officer (CLO)

Chief Legal Officer (CLO)

NEXT VenturesKuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
30+ days ago
Job description

NEXT Ventures is a rapidly scaling global fintech company with operations across Sri Lanka, Malaysia, and Cyprus. We specialize in funded trading platforms, CFD brokerage, and futures trading, empowering over 220,000 daily users from 170+ countries.

Join us as Chief Legal Officer (CLO) to lead our global legal strategy, ensuring compliance, risk management, and structural integrity across our multi-jurisdictional operations. You will tackle challenges like entity setups, regulatory compliance, and legal support for fundraising.

Responsibilities :

  • Develop and execute legal strategies that support cross-border entity structuring, tax-efficient fund flows, and capital movements.
  • Advise on major business decisions, including market expansion, product launches, and corporate structuring in alignment with international legal frameworks.
  • Ensure full compliance with evolving fintech regulations, including AML / KYC and EU payment agent laws.
  • Lead regulatory readiness efforts for audits, inquiries, and inspections across jurisdictions.
  • Partner with leadership to prepare for fundraising and future IPO activities.
  • Oversee complex contract negotiations for banking, PSPs, and intercompany agreements.

Requirements :

  • Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree with active bar admission in at least one key jurisdiction.
  • 15+ years of senior-level legal experience in fintech, brokerage, or technology-driven organizations.
  • Demonstrated expertise in international entity structuring, cross-border compliance, and regulatory affairs.
  • Proven track record in supporting fundraising efforts, IPO readiness, and governance design.
  • Deep understanding of corporate law, commercial contracts, intellectual property, employment law, and fintech regulations.
  • We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and professional development opportunities. At NEXT Group, we foster a performance-driven culture that emphasizes agility, excellence, and growth within a professional, balanced work environment.

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