This Individual Will
The Senior Regulatory Counsel, Middle East and Africa role will assist in managing various regulatory matters arising in the MEA region of MasterCard.
The Senior Regulatory Counsel, Middle East and Africa role will assist in managing various regulatory matters arising in the MEA region of MasterCard.
- Participate in the development and execution of regulatory strategy
- Engage on the timely submission of regulatory filings and develop responses to requests in accordance with internal processes and procedures
- Provide legal advice on regulatory matters arising at the individual country level as well as the region level
- Participate in multi-dimensional projects across business units/regions, successfully navigating throughout the organization to partner effectively with individuals from other departments and deliver results
- Participate in the defense of the company in proceedings or quasi-proceedings with regulators in the region
- Work in close collaboration with the MEA Public Policy and Region Counsel teams
- LLB or JD from an established and reputable law school
- Significant experience in a regulatory position in a corporation, association or government context and/or as a regulatory attorney in a law firm (preferably in the payments industry, banking or financial services sector) covering the Middle East and Africa region
- Must have knowledge of financial services regulations
- Proven success in navigating multi-national organizations and operating effectively within a diverse multicultural organization
- Must demonstrate a proactive, time sensitive, results driven approach in carrying out all duties, obligations and responsibilities
- Fluency in English (written and spoken) is a requirement. Excellent written and oral communication skills a must.