Paralegal/Legal Support Officer at CXM Direct LLC

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Contracting, Regulatory Support, Compliance Support, AML, KYC, Sanctions, Financial Crime Compliance, Regulatory Filings, Licensing Applications, Legal Research, FX Regulatory Frameworks, Risk Mitigation, Policy Implementation, External Counsel Liaison, Contract Lifecycle Management, Cross-Border Compliance

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Job Description: This is a high-impact position at the center of a complex multijurisdictional structure spanning +8 entities across the EU, UAE, South Africa, and Southeast Asia. This role is ideal for an experienced paralegal or legal operations professional with financial regulatory experience (especially around payment service providers (PSPs), fintech licensing, cross-border compliance, and commercial contracting) who thrives in fast-paced, international environments. What you’ll be doing: Contracting - Conduct first-pass reviews of cross-border commercial agreements, including vendor, banking, and PSP contracts - Coordinate contract execution, track key terms, and maintain contract records across group entities - Support negotiations by flagging legal and commercial risks for escalation to legal counsel - Ensure consistency and alignment of contractual standards across jurisdictions - Track and manage key contract terms across the group Regulatory and Compliance Support - Support AML, KYC, sanctions, and financial crime compliance processes in coordination with Legal and Compliance - Assist with regulatory filings, licensing applications, and ongoing submissions - Manage onboarding and due diligence for PSPs, banks, and key counterparties - Conduct applicable legal research - Advise on FX regulatory frameworks Risk mitigation and Operational Execution - Support implementation of group-wide legal and compliance policies - Liaise with external counsel, regulators, and service providers as needed - Translate legal and regulatory requirements into clear, practical guidance for internal teams - Track regulatory obligations and help ensure timely execution across jurisdictions We are looking for: ● Strong exposure to financial services, fintech, FX, or crypto-related environments ● Solid experience with commercial contracting and contract lifecycle management ● Hands-on experience supporting AML, KYC, sanctions, or financial compliance processes ● Experience working with banks, PSPs, or regulated counterparties ● Ability to operate independently and manage multiple priorities across time zones ● Exceptionally clear, responsive communicator in a remote environment ● 5 - 7 years of experience ● Exposure to multi-entity or cross-border corporate structures ● Law degree preferred What Company Offers in Return Opportunity to work for a rapidly scaling global fintech group. A collaborative, high-performance environment with exposure to international leadership. Complex, meaningful work at the intersection of crypto, FX, and cutting-edge trading technology. Long-term growth with a clear pathway toward a future General Counsel role. This is a cornerstone position in Company’s legal and compliance structure. You will define standards, guide executives, and shape how the company navigates its next phase of global growth. Your work will directly influence our ability to operate securely, efficiently, and compliantly across dozens of jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

This role involves conducting first-pass reviews and managing execution for cross-border commercial agreements, including vendor, banking, and PSP contracts across multiple entities. Additionally, the professional will support AML, KYC, sanctions compliance, assist with regulatory filings, and advise on FX regulatory frameworks.