Junior Legal Counsel, Compliance

Sumsub

Junior Legal Counsel providing regulatory advisory and legal support in EU compliance framework at Sumsub. Engaging with legal and compliance matters in the fintech industry.

Posted 7/4/2026full-timeRemote • 🇪🇺 Anywhere in EuropeJuniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide legal advice on AML/CFT and other KYC-related frameworks in the EU.
Support implementation of regulatory changes into internal policies, controls, and product requirements.
Participate in regulatory initiatives.
Interpret and translate regulatory developments into actionable guidance.
Address compliance queries from internal teams.
Draft, review, and maintain internal compliance policies.

Requirements

What you’ll need

2–4 years of experience in legal/compliance roles (fintech, regtech, financial institutions, or law firms).
Knowledge of EU AML/CFT framework (AMLDs, AMLR) and local EU regulations.
Strong analytical and drafting skills.
A collaborative mindset with a willingness to learn about regulatory matters outside of the EU.
Fluency in English (additional languages are a plus).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote-first, trust-based culture.
True flexibility with working hours.
Extra time off, including your birthday as a holiday.
Clear goals, open feedback, and personal development plans.
Team offsites covered.
Access to necessary tools and hardware.
Friendly, inclusive environment.

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Hard Skills & Tools

AML/CFT FrameworksRegulatory Changes ImplementationCompliance Policy DraftingRegulatory InterpretationKYC-Related Frameworks

Soft Skills

Collaborative MindsetWillingness to Learn