ABOUT THE COMPANY

At Ocean, we’re on a mission to become the UK’s leading credit platform for people not served by the mainstream, helping them improve their financial wellbeing over their lifetime. This has been our mission for over 30 years, and it’s still the thing that drives us to do better and more for our customers.
We do this by helping our customers make informed decisions and access personal finance products.
If our mission sounds interesting, please keep reading!

Skills-wise:

• Bachelor’s degree in law, legal studies, or a related field; legal certification preferred.
• Proven experience in a Legal or Paralegal role, ideally within the fintech, financial services, or technology sectors.
• Strong understanding of regulations and compliance (e.g., FCA regulations, PSD2, AML/KYC requirements).
• Exceptional organisational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent research, analytical, and communication skills.
• Self-motivated and adaptable to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
• Live and breathe our values: Openness, Trust, Humility, Professionalism, Respect, and Passio

• Provide comprehensive support to the business, including drafting, reviewing, and managing contracts, agreements, and other legal documentation.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with financial regulations, data protection laws (e.g., GDPR), and industry standards.
• Conduct research on fintech regulations, emerging technologies, and relevant case law, updating the business on any changes.
• Liaise with internal teams to provide legal guidance and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Support the preparation of documentation for corporate governance, including board meetings and investor relations.
• Manage and maintain the company’s legal filing systems and databases for contracts and regulatory compliance.
• Assist in responding to inquiries or audits from regulatory bodies and external stakeholders.

Skills-wise:

• Bachelor’s degree in law, legal studies, or a related field; legal certification preferred.
• Proven experience in a Legal or Paralegal role, ideally within the fintech, financial services, or technology sectors.
• Strong understanding of regulations and compliance (e.g., FCA regulations, PSD2, AML/KYC requirements).
• Exceptional organisational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent research, analytical, and communication skills.
• Self-motivated and adaptable to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
• Live and breathe our values: Openness, Trust, Humility, Professionalism, Respect, and Passion