Head of Legal - PayDo

PayDo, a leading Electronic Money Institution (EMI) authorised by the FCA in the UK, FINTRAC in Canada, and MFSA in Malta, operates in 140+ countries and over 25 industries. Offering multicurrency IBANs, merchant solutions, mass payment options, acquiring, open banking, PayDo provides premium and convenient payment services. With all features available through one platform and contract, PayDo is a preferred solution for modern online businesses.
As a Head of Legal you will be responsible for providing legal and compliance oversight across the PayDo Group’s operations in Malta, the UK, Canada and other jurisdictions. This includes ongoing support to the business, regulatory compliance, contract management, corporate governance and strategic legal
Initiatives.

Your regular tasks

• Advise senior leadership on corporate governance matters
• Maintain and update company governance policies and ensure regulatory responsibilities are met
• Identify, monitor and mitigate legal, regulatory and operational risks
• Maintain structured records of the company’s legal, regulatory and governance documentation
• Lead and manage licensing processes for PayDo Group
• Support licensing and regulatory compliance during expansion into new jurisdictions
• Monitor and interpret applicable financial regulations and data protection laws
• Oversee regulatory reporting, audits and compliance obligations across all jurisdictions
• Serve as primary contact for external law firms, auditors, regulators and other stakeholders
• Hire new specialists, mentor subordinates and support their professional development
• Foster a collaborative, knowledge-sharing and result-oriented environment within the Legal team
• Set and monitor SLA, KPI and OKR metrics for the team
• Prepare monthly reports on Legal team operational and supporting processes including QA processes

Skills & expectations

• Minimum 2 years of team management experience
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in regulated fintech companies – EMI, PSP or similar industries
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations including AML, KYC, data protection and payment services regulation
• Experience with financial licensing processes in multiple jurisdictions (EU, UK, Canada or similar)
• Solid understanding of international corporate law, EU licensing and compliance principles
• Proven experience in enhancing company compliance with regulatory obligations
• Experience dealing with audits, correspondent and corporate bank accounts
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work in dynamic environment with focus on results and growth
• Fluent English
• Master’s degree in law

As a plus

• Knowledge of the regulatory framework in Malta or experience working with the MFSA

We work in a result-driven culture. You will fit in if you:

• Own your work with no excuses.
• Take initiative and act before being told.
• Deliver results that make a real impact.
• Solve problems quickly with practical solutions.

What we offer:

• Annual Learning & Development Budget – invest in your growth with dedicated funds for courses, training, and certifications.
• Regular Performance Reviews Based on KPIs – for your professional growth.
• Innovation Financial Rewards – share your ideas through our PayDo Ideas Hub and earn extra bonuses.
• Public Holidays tailored to your country’s calendar.
• Flexible Payout Options – PE accounts or popular e-wallets.

Become part of a global team redefining FinTech. Your expertise, passion, and ideas will shape the future of payments with PayDo!