Legal Manager at Duplo

Duplo is building the platform to power the next generation of financial services. Our mission is to help companies expand financial access for all. Our simple and powerful banking-as-a-service API helps companies quickly launch financial products.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Legal Manager

Location: Lagos
Job Schedule: Full time (Hybrid)
Department: Legal

Job Summary

• This is a unique opportunity. You'll have the responsibility and resources to take a significant part in the creation of a paradigm-changing product that will impact millions.

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.
• Build and maintain relationships with regulatory bodies and legal authorities to ensure smooth business operations and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure the company’s IP assets are protected, 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.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks related to business operations, commercial transactions, and regulatory developments.
• Manage any potential legal disputes, liaise with external counsel, and represent Duplo in legal proceedings when necessary.

Technical Requirements / Qualifications

• Excellent knowledge of the relevant laws and regulations in the local and global payments space
• Excellent grasp of legal research, advisory and analysis.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Minimum of 5 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.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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