Senior In-house Legal Counsel
DerivDubai, United Arab Emirates
Posted March 12, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Deriv Group connects over 3 million customers in more than 150 countries to global financial markets, processing millions of transactions daily across forex, stocks, and crypto. With an AI-first mindset, the company delivers high-precision, high-throughput trading platforms that handle hundreds of transactions per second, powered by large language models and advanced frameworks. A global team of 1,000+ innovators in 20 offices drives continuous innovation, while a culture of exploration, creativity, and calculated risk fosters breakthrough solutions. Deriv's commitment to integrity, customer focus, teamwork, and competence, coupled with its strong employee satisfaction and workplace recognitions, positions it as a distinctive leader in fintech.
Job Description
Senior In-house Legal Counsel role at Deriv, a fintech company, responsible for minimizing legal risk, ensuring compliance, and shaping the direction of the business. The role involves providing strategic leadership, collaborating across functions, and leveraging advanced legal technology and automation.
Requirements
- Hold a university degree in law or a relevant field
- 6+ years of experience in a corporate legal environment
- Strong understanding of legislative and regulatory developments in the fintech industry
- Ability to conduct nuanced risk assessments and offer data-oriented legal guidance
- Deep expertise in complex technological and financial systems and their intersection with the law
- Meticulous attention to detail and organisational skills
- Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly in spoken and written English
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Professional development opportunities
- Career growth opportunities
- Expat-friendly environment
- Tax-free benefits
- Ultramodern lifestyle
- Family-friendly environment
- Excellent schools and healthcare
