Legal and Compliance Manager(Financial Services Senior Experienced Hires
Apex Network · Lekki
Are you ready to architect the future of global finance?
At Apex Network, we aren’t just following the Web3 revolution; we’re leading it across three continents. We are looking for a high-stakes Legal and Compliance Manager who thrives in high-performance cultures and takes extreme ownership of their domain.
From navigating SEC guidelines to central bank regulations in Africa and EU directives, you will be the backbone of our regulatory strategy. If you are a proactive problem-solver who views "gray areas" as opportunities to build robust frameworks, we want you.
The Mission:
- Drive licensing and regulatory approvals across diverse jurisdictions.
- Bridge the gap between cutting-edge Web3 innovation and global compliance standards.
- Protect the company legal positions while accelerating our speed-to-market.
Key Responsibilities
As the Legal and Compliance Manager, you will serve as the primary architect of our legal strategy and regulatory compliance framework. You will ensure that our Web3 products and cross-border operations remain compliant while supporting aggressive business growth. This role requires a rare blend of technical legal expertise and the agility to thrive in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.
- Regulatory Navigation: Research and interpret evolving regulations for Fintech and Web3 in Ghana, Kenya, Cameroon, Poland, and the Americas.
- Licensing & Permits: Lead the application process for necessary financial licenses (IMTO, PSP, VASP, EMI, etc.) in target jurisdictions.
- Compliance Framework: Design, implement, and manage robust AML/KYC/CFT policies and internal audit procedures.
- Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, partnership contracts, and vendor terms.
- Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for regulators, financial intelligence units, and external legal counsel.
- Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify legal risks in product roadmaps and provide actionable solutions to the Executive team.
- Support regulatory compliance while enabling business growth and faster market entry.
Requirements
Required Qualifications & Experience
Education: Bachelor of Laws (LLB) required.
Experience: 10+ years of legal or compliance experience, with 3-5+ years specifically in fintech, cryptocurrency, or Web3.
Domain Expertise: Hands-on experience working with blockchain technology, smart contracts, and decentralized finance (DeFi).
Regional Knowledge: Compliance management experience in at least two core regions among Africa, the EU, and the Americas.
Compliance Expertise: Hands-on experience with AML, KYC, and CFT compliance.
Licensing Experience: Hands-on experience with VASP or EMI licensing, as well as PSP or IMTO approvals.
Cross-Border Experience: Hands-on experience with cross-border fintech compliance.
Regulatory Exposure: Direct experience working with regulators or financial intelligence units.
Work Authorization: Eligible to work in Nigeria.
Certification: Relevant professional certification such as CAMS or equivalent preferred.
Competencies & Cultural Fit
- Communication: Ability to distill complex legal matters into clear business advice for non-legal stakeholders.
Benefits
What We Offer
- Private Health Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Work From Home
- Training & Development
- Performance Bonus
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