Company Overview
Apex Network Limited is a Nigerian fintech company founded in 2018 (and marking six years of operations in 2026) by Abraham Efemena, headquartered in Lekki, Lagos. It operates as a digital asset and financial services platform that enables users to securely buy, sell, and swap cryptocurrencies, exchange gift cards for cash, make utility payments, and access related services. With a presence across multiple African countries including Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Cameroon, and Zambia, Apex Network focuses on making digital finance accessible, secure, and user-friendly for individuals and businesses while emphasizing compliance, trust, and expansion of financial inclusion across the continent.
Apex Network Limited is recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Legal & Compliance Manager (Web3 / Fintech)
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time (Hybrid)
Salary Offer: (NGN) – 0 / Monthly
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 & 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.
Requirements
Required Qualifications & Experience:
- Education: Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and relevant professional certification (CAMS or equivalent preferred).
- Experience: 10 years of experience in legal/compliance, with at least 3-5 years specifically within Fintech, Crypto, or Web3.
- Tech Literacy:Deep understanding of blockchain technology, smart contracts, and decentralized finance (DeFi).
- Regional Knowledge:Demonstrated experience managing compliance in at least two of our core regions (Africa, EU, or Americas).
The Candidate:
- Cognate Experience: You’ve done this before in Fintech or Blockchain.
- Ownership Mentality: You don’t wait for instructions; you deliver results.
- Global Mindset: You understand the nuances of the African, European, and American
Competencies & Cultural Fit:
- Extreme Ownership: You take full responsibility for outcomes, not just tasks.
- High Performance: You excel in environments with high standards and rapid iteration.
- Strategic Thinking: You don’t just say “no”; you provide a “how-to” that minimizes risk.
- Communication: Ability to distill complex legal jargon into clear business advice for non-legal stakeholders.
Benefits
What We Offer:
- The opportunity to shape the legal landscape of Web3 globally.
- A high-trust, high-autonomy work environment.
- Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives
- Private Health Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Work From Home
- Training & Development
- Performance Bonus.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
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