Legal Specialist at Palmpay Limited

Karachi Division, Sindh, Pakistan -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Labor Law, Intellectual Property, Regulatory Compliance, Contract Drafting, Legal Research, Corporate Law, Risk Mitigation, Stakeholder Management, Legal Analysis, Document Management

Industry

Financial Services

Description

About PalmPay PalmPay is a leading neobank and fintech platform scaling financial inclusion across emerging markets. With over 40 million users, we are building a digital financial ecosystem that empowers individuals and businesses through accessible, easy-to-use, and rewarding financial services. Operating in Nigeria, Ghana, Tanzania, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and the Philippines, PalmPay has been recognized by CNBC as one of the Top 300 Global Fintech Companies and ranked #2 overall and #1 in financial services on the Financial Times’ Africa’s Fastest Growing Companies 2025 list. Position Overview We are seeking a Legal Specialist to support PalmPay Bangladesh by handling specific legal areas such as labor law, intellectual property, regulatory compliance, and corporate legal matters. This role will focus on legal execution, documentation, advisory support, and risk mitigation while ensuring alignment with local laws and company policies. Key Responsibilities Legal Advisory & Execution Provide legal advice on assigned areas including labor law, intellectual property, and commercial matters. Support business and internal departments with day-to-day legal consultations. Interpret laws, regulations, and regulatory guidelines applicable in Bangladesh. Contract & Document Management Draft, review, and analyze contracts, agreements, MOUs, and legal documents. Identify legal risks in contracts and propose practical mitigation measures. Maintain proper documentation and legal records. Legal Research & Analysis Conduct legal research on relevant laws, rules, and judicial precedents. Prepare legal opinions, summaries, and internal legal guidance notes. Monitor legal and regulatory developments impacting the business. Compliance & Risk Support Assist in ensuring compliance with Bangladesh labor laws, company policies, and regulatory requirements. Support internal investigations, dispute handling, and compliance reviews. Coordinate with external lawyers, regulators, and authorities when required. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with HR, Compliance, Finance, Operations, and Business teams. Support internal training sessions on legal awareness and compliance topics. Required Qualifications & Experience Education & Certification LLB and LLM or above from a recognized university. Bangladesh Bar Council license (Advocate license mandatory) Additional professional legal certifications are an advantage. Experience 3–5 years of relevant legal experience in corporate, fintech, financial services, telecom, or law firms. Hands-on experience in legal documentation, contract review, and advisory work. Exposure to labor law and IP-related matters is strongly preferred. Skills & Competencies Solid professional legal knowledge with strong analytical ability. Excellent legal document analysis and drafting skills. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. High attention to detail with strong execution capability. Language Fluency in English and Bangla (written and verbal) Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary Festival bonuses Career development opportunities within a multinational fintech company Exposure to complex legal matters in a high-growth environment

Responsibilities

The Legal Specialist provides legal advisory and execution support focusing on labor law, intellectual property, and corporate matters for PalmPay Bangladesh. Responsibilities include drafting contracts, conducting legal research, and ensuring regulatory compliance across various business departments.