In-house advocate

About VIYONA Fintech:

VIYONA Fintech is a fast-growing fintech and payments company building secure, compliant, and innovative financial solutions. We operate at the intersection of technology, regulation, and financial services, with a strong focus on trust, governance, and regulatory excellence.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced In-House Advocate to lead and manage legal, regulatory, and compliance matters across our fintech and payments ecosystem. The ideal candidate will have hands-on exposure to RBI and NPCI regulations, strong contract management skills, and the ability to work closely with business, product, and compliance teams in a fast-paced startup environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Regulatory & Compliance

• Interpret, implement, and monitor compliance with RBI, NPCI, and other applicable fintech/BFSI regulations .
• Liaise with regulators, banks, NPCI, and external counsel on regulatory queries, audits, and inspections.
• Support internal compliance programs, policies, SOPs, and regulatory reporting.
• Track regulatory updates and proactively assess their impact on business operations.

Contracts & Commercial Legal

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a wide range of agreements, including:
• Vendor and service agreements
• Bank and partner agreements
• Payment gateway and NPCI-related contracts
• NDAs, SLAs, MSAs, and employment-related documents
• Ensure contracts align with regulatory requirements and company risk appetite.

Litigation & Dispute Management

• Handle and oversee litigation, notices, and legal disputes.
• Coordinate with external advocates and law firms.
• Manage responses to legal notices, consumer complaints, and regulatory communications.

Corporate Governance

• Support corporate governance, board matters, and statutory compliance.
• Assist with policy formulation, risk management, and internal legal controls.
• Work closely with senior management to provide practical legal advice on business decisions.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Law graduate (LLB / LLM) from a recognized university.
• 512 years of relevant experience , preferably in fintech, payments, BFSI, or regulated financial institutions.
• Strong working knowledge of RBI regulations, NPCI rules, payment systems, and fintech compliance .
• Proven experience in contracts, compliance, litigation management, and corporate governance.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a startup environment.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong legal drafting and negotiation skills
• Excellent understanding of fintech and payments regulations
• Commercial and business-oriented legal mindset
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• High attention to detail with a proactive, problem-solving approach

Why Join VIYONA Fintech? (Perks & Benefits)

• 5-day work week (MondayFriday)
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage
• Learning & development support (courses, certifications, regulatory training)
• Opportunity to work closely with leadership in a high-impact role
• Exposure to cutting-edge fintech and payments innovations
• Collaborative, growth-focused startup culture

How to Apply

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Subject: Application In-House Advocate

Join us and be part of a team shaping the future of secure and compliant financial innovation at VIYONA Fintech.