Legal Counsel - APAC

Why should you join dLocal? dLocal enables the biggest companies in the world to collect payments in 40 countries in emerging markets. Global brands rely on us to increase conversion rates and simplify payment expansion effortlessly. As both a payments processor and a merchant of record where we operate, we make it possible for our merchants to make inroads into the world’s fastest-growing, emerging markets. By joining us you will be a part of an amazing global team that makes it all happen. Being a part of dLocal means working with 1000+ teammates from 30+ different nationalities and developing an international career that impacts millions of people’s daily lives. We are builders, we never run from a challenge, we are customer‑centric, and if this sounds like you, we know you will thrive in our team.

• Draft, review, analyse and negotiate commercial agreements, including merchant agreements, processor agreements, amendments, NDAs, novation agreements and guarantees
• Provide practical legal support on legal commercial contract matters for the business
• Partner with legal colleagues and cross-functional stakeholders on product, regulatory and compliance topics
• Create and improve templates, policies and procedures to support scale, consistency and efficiency across the legal function
• Identify automation opportunities to simplify workflows and strengthen the way legal support is delivered to the business

• 5+ years of post-qualification experience, ideally from a top law firm and/or in-house within financial services, fintech or M&A-heavy environments
• Strong background in commercial, contractual and corporate law
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong commercial contract drafting and negotiation skills
• Ability to identify legal and business risks, apply sound judgment and offer pragmatic solutions
• Comfort working with multiple stakeholders across regions, time zones and functions
• Ability to thrive under pressure and adapt quickly to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Experience in payments, fintech, financial services or online businesses
• Exposure to cross-border legal matters and international stakeholder management
• Experience improving legal templates, processes or legal operational efficiency

• Flexibility: we have flexible schedules and we are driven by performance
• Fintech industry: work in a dynamic and ever-evolving environment, with plenty to build and boost your creativity
• Referral bonus program: our internal talents are the best recruiters - refer someone ideal for a role and get rewarded
• Social budget: you'll get a monthly budget to chill out with your team (in person or remotely) and deepen your connections!
• dLocal Houses: want to rent a house to spend one week anywhere in the world coworking with your team? We’ve got your back!

We focus on impact and productivity over fixed hours. This means our teams have flexible schedules and, depending on your role and location, you will combine self‑managed focus time with moments of in‑person connection in our collaboration hubs.