WeLab Bank - Legal Counsel

WeLab, a leading pan-Asian fintech platform, operates two digital banks (WeLab Bank and Bank Saqu) as well as multiple online financial services in Hong Kong, Mainland China, and Indonesia, with over 70 million individual users and over 700 enterprise customers. WeLab uses game-changing technology to help users access credit, save money, and enjoy their financial journey.

At WeLab, we always put our people first. Embarking on a career with WeLab means being part of the driving force to make financial services accessible for everyone. In our flat and agile organization, you will get all the opportunities to make real impacts and deliver change. Most importantly, while you achieve greatness, we will ensure you have an amazing experience at WeLab!

Our team is energetic and passionate who can deliver and execute, and we are looking for intellectually curious, open-minded, and smart-working individuals who are just as passionate as we are about making financial services enjoyable.

Join us to build a better financial future for everyone!

About You:

You're a go-getter with mad juggling skills (or multiple hats) who can thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment

You enjoy doing purpose-led and meaningful work

You have a strong thirst for knowledge and are driven to find solutions that don't exist yet

You are comfortable with ambiguity and extremely resourceful (in your past life, you could've been a detective)

You always find a way to get things done without sacrificing the quality of your work, integrity, and values

No task is off limits for you

You are humble and prioritize the success of the team over your own with an eagerness to help those around you

You don't shy away from challenges and can bounce back from setbacks

What you’ll do and what success looks like in this role

As a member of Group Legal team and the dedicated lawyer for Welab Bank, you will report to the Bank’s Chief Compliance Officer as well as Group General Counsel. You will play a key role in supporting the Bank’s business with pragmatic and forward-looking legal advice.

Handle a broad spectrum of legal matters, including emerging technology applications, customer-facing documentation, marketing and media arrangements (digital and traditional), distribution partnerships, and third-party agreements (e.g. sponsorships, agency, consultancy, and service agreements)

Provide clear, commercially sound advice on legal and regulatory matters across the Bank’s operations

Proactively identify, monitor, and manage legal risks, including supporting the design and implementation of legal and compliance frameworks, policies, procedures, and monitoring tools

Coordinate and manage external counsel, including oversight of legal spend and performance

Deliver practical training and guidance to internal stakeholders on legal and compliance topics

What is required and what we’re looking for

At least 10 years’ post-qualification experience, including in-house exposure and experience with a reputable law firm

Qualified in Hong Kong, the UK, Australia, or Singapore, with strong commercial legal experience

Professional proficiency in both Chinese and English

Solid experience in IT, banking and financial services-related contracts, data privacy, and retail wealth management matters

Proven experience handling regulatory enquiries and investigations

Litigation or dispute resolution experience is a plus, but not essential

Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance business objectives and risk considerations

Self-driven and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment, with strong prioritization skills

A collaborative team player who is resourceful and solutions-oriented

Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with a strong sense of ownership and responsiveness

Perks and Benefits to enrich your experience at WeLab:

Learning and development stipend - we value lifelong learning and believe the best way to invest in our employees is to encourage them to continue to learn

Wellness and happiness – Numerous activities to let you focus on your physical and mental wellbeing. We allow flexible time offs to take care of personal matters and to enjoy time with family and friends

Comfortable and positive work environment – Open plan office for easy collaboration and social with your colleagues, or branch out into your own thinking pods when needed, with FREE food and drinks for when you want to recharge

Work smart, play hard – Connect with your colleagues over food and drinks at the stocked pantry, in the spacious social area with board games and a ping pong table, or over activities like hiking, yoga, badminton, etc.

A big and contagious smile on everyone’s face to make you happier :)

WeLab’s Awards & Recognitions:

Asia Banking Finance Retail Banking Awards: Virtual Bank of the Year - Hong Kong

CNBC Disruptor 50: the only Hong Kong-based company on the list

Financial Times Asia-Pacific High-Growth Companies: #2 in ranking

The Chinese University of Hong Kong “Corporate Innovation Index”: #1 in ranking

We offer a competitive salary package to the successful candidate. If you are interested in joining this exciting team, please apply with resume via the "Apply" button below.

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