SayPro – Legal Counsel – SayPro Directory

SayPro; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic fintech company in the UK is seeking a Legal Counsel to join its team. The successful candidate will provide legal advice, manage contracts, and ensure compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Candidates should possess a law degree, 3–5 years of experience, and excellent communication skills. Join us to play a critical role in shaping financial innovation.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ post-qualification experience in corporate and commercial law.
• Professional standing as Admitted Attorney or equivalent.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice across the business.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts.
• Support compliance and licensing requirements.

Skills

Strong drafting skills

Contract negotiation

Communication skills

Pragmatic mindset

Education

LLB or recognized law degree

Job description

# SayPro: Empowering Your Vision!At SayPro, we believe in transforming ideas into reality. Our mission is to empower your vision with innovative strategies and solutions tailored to your unique goals.## What We Offer:* Personalized Consulting to Align with Your Goals* Expertise to Navigate Challenges and Opportunities* Innovative Solutions for Sustainable Growth* Dedicated Support Every Step of the Way## Our Key Services Include:* Strategic Business Planning* Leadership Development Programs* Technology Implementation and Support* Market Research and Competitive Analysis* Workshops and Training Sessions# SayPro – Legal Counsel – SayPro Directory* Anywhere* Posted byMukuru is a fast-growing fintech company on a mission to make financial services accessible, safe, and affordable across Africa and beyond. As we expand into new markets, we’re looking for a dynamic Legal Counsel to join our Legal team and help shape the future of financial innovation. This is your chance to bring your legal expertise into a diverse, fast-paced environment where you’ll partner with teams across multiple jurisdictions, manage complex contracts, and ensure our business stays compliant and protected. What You’ll Do As a Legal Counsel at Mukuru, you will: Provide expert legal advice across the business, helping teams navigate complex challenges. Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and agreements across multiple jurisdictions. Support compliance and licensing requirements in Africa, the UK, and Europe. Identify and mitigate legal risks while enabling the business to scale. Manage disputes, litigation, and relationships with external counsel when needed. Stay on top of legal developments and regulatory changes to keep Mukuru ahead of the curve. Partner with internal stakeholders to roll out policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks. What You’ll Bring Education: LLB or recognised law degree with strong academic credentials (Essential). Professional standing: Admitted Attorney or equivalent in another jurisdiction. Experience: 3–5 years’ post-qualification experience in corporate and commercial law. Strong drafting and contract negotiation skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Excellent communication skills and a pragmatic, solution-driven mindset. Bonus Points for: Experience across African, UK, and European jurisdictions. Knowledge of financial services, remittances, and regulatory frameworks. A tertiary business/commercial qualification.I am sure you are reading this job description and meet majority of the criteria BUT you may also still not be 100% comfortable in applying. We believe that there is a place for everyone under the Mukuru sun and we want YOU to contribute to our diverse tapestry of talent. So come on, take a leap of faith, and send your application if you meet majority of our requirements. Remember to include a snippet of how you will bring value and help us build a future of success that will help us determine where and how you may best be suited” Maybe you are just the future Mukurian we need!! Should you be appointed in a remote/work from home role at Mukuru, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have uninterrupted internet connectivity and a ‘work-like’ environment at your home location, in order to deliver your best in terms of performance, productivity and service to our customers.If you do not receive any response after two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. NB: ALL STAFF APPOINTMENTS WILL BE MADE WITH DUE CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY’S DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION PLANS* SayPro Artificial Intelligence, Graphics, Online Design and Web Development* SayPro Higher Education, Certification, eLearning Development, Qualification Design and Online Training.* SayPro Community Development in Youth Unemployment, HIV/AIDS, Human Rights and Gender-Based Violence* SayPro Company Registrations, Tax, VAT, and Website Designs.* SayPro Research, Opportunity Sharing in Tenders, Funding and Contact Directories.* SayPro Monitoring, Evaluation, Knowledge Management, Learning and Sharing.* **SayPro Training:** Elevate your team’s skills with our dynamic training programs tailored to your industry.* **SayPro Consulting:** Gain strategic insights and actionable recommendations from our experienced consultants.* **:** Ensure project success with our proven methodologies and expert project managers.* **SayPro Advisory:** Access expert guidance and support to navigate complex business challenges.* **SayPro Development:** Harness innovative solutions to drive growth and achieve your objectives.