Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and agile Legal Counsel (about 5 years' PQE) to join our legal team. You will provide day-to-day legal support and regulatory guidance to RD Group, with a core focus on our cross-border payment business, Fintech innovations, and licence maintenance. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of the payment ecosystem, and hold dual-legal qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Regulatory & Compliance Advisory Provide practical legal advice on regulatory matters, compliance frameworks, and licensing regimes affecting RD Group’s cross-border payment, Fintech, and Web3 businesses.
• Lead legal strategies for complex cross-border regulatory issues, including VASP compliance, and payment services regulations across APAC, EU, and LATAM. Monitor regulatory changes and assist in drafting responses to inquiries from regulators, including the Hong Kong Customs, HKMA, and SFC.
• 2. Commercial & Product Advisory Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of complex commercial agreements, including B2B payment service agreements, bank partnership contracts, vendor agreements, and intra-company service agreements.
• Provide legal support on product structuring, market entry strategies, and cross-border data privacy across the APAC and overseas markets.
• 3. Dispute Management & Special Projects Handle legal disputes, regulatory complaints, and contentious matters; conduct legal research and prepare regulatory submissions to mitigate legal risks.
• Liaise with and manage external counsel on litigious or specialised overseas regulatory matters.
• Support ad hoc strategic initiatives, such as corporate restructuring, fund-raising, and cross-functional projects.
• 4. Corporate Governance Assist in corporate governance matters, including preparing board minutes, shareholders' resolutions, and maintaining internal policies in alignment with best practices.

Requirements

• Legal Qualification: Admitted to practice law in Hong Kong (Required, about 5 years' PQE preferred). Dual qualification is highly preferred: Holder of a valid PRC legal qualification (Bar) or an equivalent qualification in another major jurisdiction (e.g., US, UK, or Australia). Industry Expertise: Minimum 3+ years of robust in-house or top-tier law firm experience focusing on Fintech, cross-border payment services, or financial services.
• Licence Experience: Hands-on experience with Hong Kong MSO regulations and licensing processes is a strong advantage.
• Familiarity with SVF, VASP, or Web3 frameworks is a plus.
• Commercial Acumen: Strong track record in structuring and drafting commercial contracts, with the ability to provide solution-oriented, business-friendly legal advice under tight deadlines.
• Language

Skills

• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese (both Mandarin and Cantonese) is essential for drafting contracts and communicating with cross-border stakeholders.
• RD Culture and

Benefits

Competitive renumeration. Opportunities to work in a prestigious company within the Fintech industry and be a part of a winning team to bridge Web 2 and Web 3. Access to a structured training & development program and mentorship from management and industry veterans. Opportunities for professional development and potential pathways to permanent roles within the company. Exciting and collaborative startup environment.

Excellent company culture: give your best while having fun, personal growth and career development. A flat structure: your ideas will be heard by the right people very quickly. Casual dress code. Free coffee, tea, drinks, fruits, and snacks daily. In-house gym facilities. Regular and fun company activities.

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