APAC Legal Counsel

Company Description

Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world's money. Min fees. Max ease. Full speed. Whether people and businesses are sending money to another country, spending abroad, or making and receiving international payments, Wise is on a mission to make their life easier and save them money. As part of our team, you will be helping us create an entirely new network for the world's money. For everyone, everywhere. More about our mission.

Job Description

With a high degree of autonomy, you will be supporting the legal function within the Wise group to help take the business to the next level, including:

• Support legal function across APAC markets, advising on licensing, market entry, and partnerships.
• Structure, draft, and negotiate commercial agreements with banking/payments partners and service providers.
• Provide practical advice to Product and Expansion teams, supporting new services and market entry.
• Assist with governance initiatives and advise on legal rights and duties of subsidiary companies in APAC.
• Collaborate with the global Legal team to support wider company needs and stay updated on legal developments in APAC.
• Mentor and upskill relevant directors, officers, and teams, simplifying complex legal matters.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone passionate about fintech or finance with:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in APAC, focusing on payments, financial services or technology
• Significant experience in top-tier law firms, with a focus on Corporate, M&A, and Banking & Finance legal matters
• Proven experience in commercial contract structuring, drafting, and negotiation
• Strong project management and communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex matters
• A collaborative, problem-solving approach with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Well-organised with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Flexibility, adaptability, and high integrity

Experience in Australia is a plus.

Additional Information

For everyone, everywhere. We're people building money without borders  — without judgement or prejudice, too. We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive.

We're proud to have a truly international team, and we celebrate our differences.
Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers.

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