HR Force International
General Counsel (Legal & Compliance) - B2B SaaS (RegTech)
HR Force International, Chicago, Illinois, United States
About Us
We are hiring on behalf of one of our clients, a leading
RegTech SaaS company
serving enterprise customers worldwide across fintech, banking, gaming, and other regulated sectors. The company is scaling globally, requiring strong legal and compliance leadership to manage complex multi-jurisdictional risks, regulations, and contractual obligations. Role Overview
As the
General Counsel (Head of Legal & Compliance) , you will lead the company’s global legal and compliance function. You will be responsible for managing all legal affairs, overseeing regulatory compliance, developing policies, and guiding the executive team on strategic matters. This is a
senior leadership role
that combines legal expertise, compliance oversight, and team management to ensure the company operates with minimal risk while enabling business growth. Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy
Lead and manage the
Legal & Compliance Department , including recruitment, training, and performance management of team members. Serve as a
strategic advisor to the CEO, Board, and leadership team
on legal, regulatory, and risk matters. Develop and implement the company’s
global legal and compliance strategy
aligned with business objectives. Legal
Draft, review, and negotiate
complex commercial agreements , including SaaS contracts, MSAs, data processing agreements, reseller/partner agreements, and NDAs. Provide guidance on
corporate governance, IP protection, M&A, investment, and employment law . Oversee
litigation, dispute resolution, and regulatory investigations
where applicable. Manage relationships with
external counsel
across jurisdictions. Compliance
Design, implement, and oversee
compliance frameworks
covering AML, GDPR, data protection, and sector-specific regulations. Monitor regulatory developments across regions (EU, US, MENA, APAC) and ensure business processes remain compliant. Lead compliance audits, internal investigations, and regulatory reporting. Establish internal
policies, training programs, and risk controls
for staff across all departments. Risk & Governance
Build systems to identify, monitor, and mitigate legal, compliance, and reputational risks. Own key metrics for
regulatory adherence, audit outcomes, and compliance reporting . Ensure strong
contract management systems
and efficient approval processes. Law degree (LLB or equivalent) with bar admission / license to practice law. 5+ years of progressive legal experience. Demonstrated experience in
managing both legal and compliance functions
within a SaaS, fintech, or RegTech company (or related technology/regulated sector). Strong expertise in
commercial contracts, data protection, corporate law, and compliance frameworks . Proven track record of leading legal & compliance teams in
multi-jurisdictional environments . Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills. Ability to balance
commercial needs with legal and compliance risks . Preferred Skills
Prior experience in
RegTech / fintech / SaaS industry . Familiarity with
global compliance standards
(GDPR, OFAC, AMLD, FCA, SEC, MAS, etc.). Strong background in
risk management frameworks
and
board-level governance . Experience in scaling legal & compliance teams within
fast-growth companies .
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We are hiring on behalf of one of our clients, a leading
RegTech SaaS company
serving enterprise customers worldwide across fintech, banking, gaming, and other regulated sectors. The company is scaling globally, requiring strong legal and compliance leadership to manage complex multi-jurisdictional risks, regulations, and contractual obligations. Role Overview
As the
General Counsel (Head of Legal & Compliance) , you will lead the company’s global legal and compliance function. You will be responsible for managing all legal affairs, overseeing regulatory compliance, developing policies, and guiding the executive team on strategic matters. This is a
senior leadership role
that combines legal expertise, compliance oversight, and team management to ensure the company operates with minimal risk while enabling business growth. Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy
Lead and manage the
Legal & Compliance Department , including recruitment, training, and performance management of team members. Serve as a
strategic advisor to the CEO, Board, and leadership team
on legal, regulatory, and risk matters. Develop and implement the company’s
global legal and compliance strategy
aligned with business objectives. Legal
Draft, review, and negotiate
complex commercial agreements , including SaaS contracts, MSAs, data processing agreements, reseller/partner agreements, and NDAs. Provide guidance on
corporate governance, IP protection, M&A, investment, and employment law . Oversee
litigation, dispute resolution, and regulatory investigations
where applicable. Manage relationships with
external counsel
across jurisdictions. Compliance
Design, implement, and oversee
compliance frameworks
covering AML, GDPR, data protection, and sector-specific regulations. Monitor regulatory developments across regions (EU, US, MENA, APAC) and ensure business processes remain compliant. Lead compliance audits, internal investigations, and regulatory reporting. Establish internal
policies, training programs, and risk controls
for staff across all departments. Risk & Governance
Build systems to identify, monitor, and mitigate legal, compliance, and reputational risks. Own key metrics for
regulatory adherence, audit outcomes, and compliance reporting . Ensure strong
contract management systems
and efficient approval processes. Law degree (LLB or equivalent) with bar admission / license to practice law. 5+ years of progressive legal experience. Demonstrated experience in
managing both legal and compliance functions
within a SaaS, fintech, or RegTech company (or related technology/regulated sector). Strong expertise in
commercial contracts, data protection, corporate law, and compliance frameworks . Proven track record of leading legal & compliance teams in
multi-jurisdictional environments . Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills. Ability to balance
commercial needs with legal and compliance risks . Preferred Skills
Prior experience in
RegTech / fintech / SaaS industry . Familiarity with
global compliance standards
(GDPR, OFAC, AMLD, FCA, SEC, MAS, etc.). Strong background in
risk management frameworks
and
board-level governance . Experience in scaling legal & compliance teams within
fast-growth companies .
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