Legal Consultant, Payment

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APAC, Singapore
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Undisclosed
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Employment type
Full Time,
Job posted
Apply before
11 Jul 2026
Experience level
Senior
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About Axiom

Axiom is the world’s leading provider of legal talent, helping businesses build better legal teams and drive better business outcomes.

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AI Summary

Axiom is seeking a Payments Lawyer to support Fortune 500 clients, providing legal advice on financial regulatory and payments frameworks across Southeast Asia. The role involves partnering with product teams on licensing, compliance, and new launches, as well as monitoring regulatory developments and drafting internal policies. Ideal candidates have 3-10 years of experience with deep understanding of payments regulations. Axiom offers a competitive compensation package, flexibility in work location (remote, onsite, or hybrid), and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. This is an opportunity to work with world-class clients and a dedicated talent team.

Role DNA

Job Complexity
Easy Hard
Pace & Pressure
Relaxed Fast-paced
Autonomy Level
Guided Full Ownership
Communication Load
Independent Highly Collaborative
AI Insight The role requires deep expertise in payments regulations and 3-10 years of experience, making it moderately difficult due to the specialized knowledge needed.

Salary Analysis

Median Highly Competitive
$175,000
US Market
$100k – 250k
0 $275k
AI Insight The offered salary is not specified, but based on market data, a Payments Lawyer with 3-10 years of experience typically earns between $100,000 and $250,000 annually. The median is around $175,000. Axiom's total compensation package includes health benefits and professional development, which may add value.

Key Skills

Legal Consulting Payments Financial Regulations Compliance Risk Framework Southeast Asia Product Collaboration Policy Drafting Licensing Fortune 500

Dear Hiring Manager,

I am writing to express my strong interest in the Legal Consultant, Payment position at Axiom. With over [X] years of experience advising Fortune 500 clients on payments regulations and financial services compliance, I am confident in my ability to contribute to your team. My expertise includes licensing, risk frameworks, and drafting policies across Southeast Asia, aligning perfectly with the role's requirements.

I am particularly drawn to Axiom's flexible work environment and commitment to diversity. I thrive in collaborative settings and have a proven track record of partnering with product teams to navigate regulatory challenges. I am eager to bring my skills to Axiom and help drive efficiency and growth for your clients.

Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss how my experience can benefit Axiom.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]

Can you describe your experience with payments regulations in Southeast Asia?
I have worked on cross-border payment systems and e-money regulations in Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia, advising clients on licensing requirements and compliance with MAS, BNM, and OJK guidelines.
How do you approach partnering with product teams on compliance and new launches?
I embed early in product development, conducting regulatory impact assessments, and provide real-time legal guidance to ensure compliance while enabling innovation.
Describe a time you had to interpret a new regulatory development and advise your team.
When Singapore updated its Payment Services Act, I analyzed the changes, presented a summary to stakeholders, and helped adjust our compliance framework to meet new requirements.
How do you handle drafting internal policies and risk frameworks in a dynamic regulatory environment?
I use a risk-based approach, regularly reviewing policies against current regulations, and involve cross-functional teams to ensure practical implementation.
Why do you want to work at Axiom, and how do you align with our values?
Axiom's commitment to flexibility and diversity resonates with me. I value having control over my work-life balance and am passionate about inclusive workplaces, as demonstrated by my past involvement in diversity initiatives.

We are currently seeking Payments Lawyers to join our ranks and support Fortune 500 clients:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Ideal candidates will have 3-10 years of related experience with deep understanding of regulations impacting payments systems and services in the region

Responsibilities:

  • Provide legal advice and support on financial regulatory and payments frameworks across Southeast Asia including Singapore
  • Partner with product teams on licensing, compliance, and new launches
  • Monitor and interpret regulatory developments across key markets
  • Provide day-to-day legal guidance aligned with strategic goals
  • Draft and review internal policies, risk frameworks, and legal documentation related to payments and financial services

Compensation, Benefits & Working Location:  

This role offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package in the alternative legal services marketplace, that includes health benefits, CPF/MPF contributions and more. Axiomites also get access to professional development resources and learning and development programs. Axiom provides the opportunity to work remotely, onsite or hybrid, depending on client requirements.

Axiom is the global leader in high-calibre, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today’s business landscape with best in breed alterative legal services.

Axiom is a leader in diversity, inclusion, and social engagement. Diversity is core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be named a best place to work for LGBTQ+ Equality, earning top marks in the 2021 Corporate Equality Index for the second consecutive year. Axiom’s legal department is Mansfield certified and is committed to considering at least 50% diverse candidates for leadership roles and outside counsel representation.

Learn more about life at Axiom.

World-class clients – our global presence provides direct access to opportunities with leading companies, including F100 organizations, allowing you to roadmap your career with exciting and challenging work.

Flexibility – we work with you to achieve the highest level of flexibility – in the way that you define it. Whether you prefer remote work, a greater breadth of exposure, or even more personal time – we present you with opportunities that help you reach these goals.

A dedicated talent team – we put in the effort to make sure your experience is nothing short of exceptional. You will be assigned a dedicated talent partner that oversees your journey with us from when you join Axiom, to starting your first engagement, and all future engagements!

Equal Opportunity Employer: Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.

We understand that many legal professionals have chosen to adopt the consultancy model, and we are happy to discuss this option with you. We offer both consultants and employees the opportunity to work with our enviable client roster. Contact us in complete confidence to find out more about opportunities to work with Axiom as an employee or consultant.

Accommodation for Individuals with Disabilities: Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require an accommodation to participate in each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation to complete the application form, please contact us at [email protected] and include “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line.

Axiom respects your privacy. For an explanation of the kind of information we collect about you and how it is used, our full privacy notice is available here. Employment with Axiom may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, providing proof of identity, and possessing the necessary legal authorization to work. By submitting an application, you acknowledge that all information contained therein, and provided at any part of the application process, is correct and accurate to the best of your knowledge.

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