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In-House Legal Counsel - Banking Regulations

Banco General · Panama City, Panama · Onsite · $3,500 - $5,500/year

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Position Overview

Location: Panama City, Panama

Compensation: $3,500 - $5,500/year

Position: Mid

Type: Job

Remote: No

Posted: Mar 20, 2026

Deadline: May 19, 2026

Job Description

Banco General, Panama's largest private bank, seeks an In-House Legal Counsel to advise on banking regulations, consumer protection, and regulatory compliance. You will work with the SBP (Superintendencia de Bancos de Panamá) framework to ensure all banking operations meet local and international standards.

Responsibilities

Review and advise on regulatory changes from the SBP. Draft internal policies for AML/KYC compliance. Support product launches by assessing regulatory requirements. Coordinate with the compliance department on examination responses. Represent the bank in regulatory inquiries and audits.

Requirements

Licenciatura en Derecho. Colegio Nacional de Abogados membership. 4-6 years of banking or financial regulatory experience. Knowledge of the Ley Bancaria and SBP Acuerdos. Experience with AML/KYC compliance frameworks. Bilingual Spanish/English.

Perks & Benefits

Legal career opportunities, Professional development, Competitive compensation, Health benefits, Retirement planning

Compensation

$3,500 - $5,500/year

Practice Area

General Legal

Position

Mid

Applicant Location Requirements

Applicants must be located in: US

Application Contact

Contact: Banco General Hiring Team

Application Deadline

May 19, 2026

Employment Type

Full time