Legal Counsel — Digital Financial Services
Corporation
10000+ employees
0 Applicants · 220 Views
· Posted 46 days ago
Position Overview
Location:
Nairobi, Kenya 
Compensation:
KSh700,000 - KSh1,100,000/month
Experience:
5-7 years
Position:
Senior
Type:
Job
Practice Area:
Banking Law
, Corporate Law
, Technology Law
Remote:
Hybrid
Posted:
Deadline:
Jul 31, 2026
Job Description
Visa's Nairobi innovation hub seeks Legal Counsel to support its sub-Saharan Africa operations, focusing on digital payments, fintech partnerships, and regulatory engagement across 20+ markets. The role is central to Visa's strategy of expanding digital payment infrastructure in Africa.
Responsibilities
Provide legal support for Visa's digital payment products and fintech partnerships in SSA. Navigate regulatory requirements across multiple African jurisdictions. Draft and negotiate technology licensing, co-branding, and sponsorship agreements. Advise on data protection compliance across markets with varying legislation. Support government relations and industry advocacy on payment regulation.
Requirements
LLB with 5-7 years PQE in financial services, payments, or fintech law. Multi-jurisdictional experience across sub-Saharan Africa. Knowledge of payment systems regulations, data protection, and consumer protection across key African markets. Experience with technology licensing and partnership agreements.
Perks & Benefits
Competitive salary, equity compensation, flexible working, health insurance
Compensation
KSh700,000 - KSh1,100,000/month
Practice Area
Position
Senior
Required Skills
Payment systems, Fintech law, Multi-jurisdictional, Technology licensing, Regulatory engagement
Industry
Legal
Application Deadline
July 31, 2026
Employment Type
Full time
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