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Swap

Legal Manager

Swap

. Lead and develop the legal team, fostering a culture of efficiency, agility, and results orientation .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeSão Paulo • BrazilMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal contract negotiation, compliance with Brazilian National Financial System regulations, and effective people management within a legal team. Capable of translating complex legal concepts into actionable business strategies while fostering a results-oriented culture.

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Bachelor’s Degree In LawActive Registration With The Brazilian Bar Association (OAB)People Management ExperienceKnowledge Of Brazilian National Financial System RegulationsAdvanced English Proficiency

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Hard Skills
Contract DraftingContract ReviewContract NegotiationLegal Feasibility AssessmentCorporate GovernanceLitigation CoordinationOKR/KPI TrackingWorkflow Implementation
Soft Skills
Results OrientationAgilityCommunication Skills
Industry Keywords
FintechTechnology CompaniesBACEN RegulationsPayment Methods

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead and develop the legal team, fostering a culture of efficiency, agility, and results orientation
  • Draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts with strategic partners, suppliers, and clients, ensuring the best terms and protection for Swap
  • Serve as legal counsel to the Product, Technology, and Commercial teams, assessing the legal feasibility of new projects and features
  • Establish and track the department’s OKRs/KPIs, implementing workflows that ensure responsive internal support and compliance with SLAs
  • Support corporate matters, including minutes, shareholder meetings, intellectual property, and the maintenance of Swap’s corporate governance structure
  • Coordinate litigation with external counsel, monitoring legal strategies and provisions

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in Law and active registration with the Brazilian Bar Association (OAB)
  • Strong experience in people management and building in-house legal departments, preferably at fintechs or technology companies
  • Ability to balance legal rigor with the agility required in a startup environment
  • Knowledge of and experience navigating Brazilian National Financial System regulations, including BACEN regulations and payment methods
  • Ability to translate complex legal terms into business decisions and actionable recommendations for senior leadership
  • Advanced English proficiency

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • SulAmérica health insurance (extended to dependents, with no monthly premium or co-payments)
  • SulAmérica dental insurance (with no monthly premium or co-payments)
  • Meal/Food Allowance (flexible card)
  • Childcare assistance for parents with children up to 5 years and 11 months old
  • Financial assistance for parents of children with disabilities
  • Prudential group life insurance
  • Wellhub partnership
  • OnHappy partnership (leisure travel)
  • Variable Compensation Program (according to the department and role)