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Legal Counsel - Digital Banking

SEB Estonia · Tallinn, Estonia · Hybrid · €3,500 - €5,000/year

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Position Overview

Location: Tallinn, Estonia

Compensation: €3,500 - €5,000/year

Position: Mid

Type: Job

Remote: Hybrid

Posted: Mar 20, 2026

Deadline: May 19, 2026

Job Description

SEB Estonia is hiring a Legal Counsel to support our Digital Banking initiatives in Tallinn. As Estonia leads Europe in digital banking adoption, this role involves advising on the legal framework for digital financial products, open banking, and payment innovations.

You will advise on the Makseteenuste ja e-raha seadus (Payment Services and E-Money Act), PSD2 strong customer authentication requirements, and the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA). The role includes supporting the development of new digital products while ensuring regulatory compliance with Finantsinspektsioon.

Responsibilities

Advise on legal requirements for digital banking products and services. Support open banking API compliance under PSD2/PSD3 requirements. Draft terms and conditions for digital financial products and mobile applications. Advise on DORA compliance and digital operational resilience requirements. Coordinate with Finantsinspektsioon on regulatory approvals for new digital services.

Requirements

Oigusteaduse magister or equivalent law degree. 3-5 years of experience in fintech, banking, or technology law. Knowledge of Estonian payment regulation and EU digital finance framework. Understanding of open banking, APIs, and digital identity (Smart-ID, Mobile-ID). Fluent in Estonian and English.

Perks & Benefits

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

Compensation

€3,500 - €5,000/year

Practice Area

General Legal

Position

Mid

Applicant Location Requirements

Applicants must be located in: US

Application Contact

Contact: SEB Estonia Hiring Team

Application Deadline

May 19, 2026

Employment Type

Full time