Full-Time

Senior Counsel

Product Legal, Partnerships

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Airwallex

Airwallex

1,001-5,000 employees

Cross-border payment solutions for businesses

Fintech

Senior, Expert

London, UK

Category
Legal
Risk & Compliance
Legal & Compliance
Requirements
  • 8+ years of post-qualification experience
  • Strong regulatory experience gained in the fintech industry, reputable law firms or financial institutions
  • Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to deal with a range of internal and external stakeholders
  • Proactive, results-driven, and take ownership of your work.
  • Ability to multi-task and a team player with strong communication skills
  • Strong drafting skills
Responsibilities
  • Coordinate with local counsel across jurisdictions such as Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong, The U.S., The UK., and The European Union to discern and devise optimal paths to market from a legal and regulatory perspective
  • Provide advice and support to the product team, local legal teams, support functions, Airwallex management, and the Legal, Risk, and Compliance Department.
  • Review and update manuals, policies and procedures to ensure compliance with laws and regulations in the regions in which Airwallex operates
  • Liaise with senior stakeholders of the Airwallex group, located around the world.
  • Manage external counsel and consultants on regulatory matters.
  • Develop and manage Airwallex’s regulatory submissions and filings, and report on regulatory requirements internally and in regulatory filings
  • Negotiate complex and novel agreements with our strategic and banking partners
  • Support government relations outreach to legislators and regulatory agencies

Airwallex provides cross-border payment solutions for businesses of all sizes, including small to medium-sized enterprises and large corporations. Its services include multi-currency accounts, international money transfers, foreign exchange services, and payment gateway solutions. These services work by allowing businesses to conduct transactions in multiple currencies quickly and securely, reducing costs associated with traditional banking methods. Airwallex differentiates itself from competitors by focusing on advanced technology to streamline international transactions, making them faster and more cost-effective. The company's goal is to build a financial infrastructure that supports the digital economy and facilitates seamless global payments.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$877.4M

Headquarters

Eastern District, Hong Kong

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

13%

1 year growth

26%

2 year growth

47%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Airwallex reported an 83% revenue increase in APAC in Q3 2024.
  • The company expanded its EMEA presence with a 271% revenue growth in Q3 2024.
  • Airwallex's partnership with McLaren Racing boosts brand visibility and trust.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition in cross-border payments could erode Airwallex's market share.
  • Rapid expansion may strain operational capabilities, risking service disruptions.
  • Reliance on transaction fees may be threatened by regulatory changes.

What makes Airwallex unique

  • Airwallex offers a comprehensive platform for payments, treasury, and spend management.
  • The company provides multi-currency accounts and international money transfers efficiently.
  • Airwallex's advanced technology ensures fast, secure, and cost-effective transactions.

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