Chief Legal Officer

About Us MetaComp Pte Ltd is a leading Singapore-based digital payment solution provider, licensed and regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) as a Major Payment Institution, to provide Digital Payment Token Services and Cross-border Payment Transfers. Operating under a P2B2C (platform-to-business, partners-to-clients) model, MetaComp provides its clients with an integrated end-to-end suite of services, empowering them to confidently enter the digital asset market with much-needed safety, security, and compliance assurance. Together with its parent company, Metaverse Green Exchange Pte. Ltd. (a MAS-licensed CMS holder permitted to carry out, inter alia, brokerage and custody services), MetaComp introduces its suite of services through CAMP (Client Assets Management Platform) which allow businesses to develop and scale their digital asset offerings through various products and/or services such as over-the-counter transactions, fiat payments, digital asset custody and prime brokerage. Role Overview MetaComp is seeking an experienced Chief Legal Officer (CLO) to lead the Group’s legal, regulatory, and governance functions. The CLO will act as a key advisor to the Board and senior management, ensuring full compliance with Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) regulations and applicable financial services laws, while supporting the Group’s regional growth. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in MAS-regulated activities, strong commercial judgment, and the ability to operate in a fast-moving financial services or fintech environment. Hong Kong regulatory experience is a strong advantage. Key Responsibilities Regulatory & Compliance Leadership • Serve as the Group’s principal legal and regulatory advisor on MAS-related licenses and regulatory frameworks, including (but not limited to): • Capital Markets Services (CMS) licenses • Payment Services Act (PSA) • Securities and Futures Act (SFA) • Financial Advisers Act (FAA) • Oversee ongoing regulatory compliance, licensing applications, renewals, and regulatory reporting. • Act as the primary liaison with MAS and external regulators, including managing inspections, inquiries, and regulatory submissions. Legal & Governance • Lead all legal matters across the Group, including corporate, commercial, employment, data protection, and dispute management. • Ensure strong corporate governance standards, including Board processes, policies, and statutory obligations. • Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, partnerships, and strategic transactions. Risk Management & Advisory • Identify, assess, and manage legal and regulatory risks across business units and jurisdictions. • Provide clear, pragmatic legal advice to enable business growth while maintaining regulatory integrity. • Partner closely with Compliance, Risk, and senior leadership on enterprise-wide risk initiatives. Regional & Cross-Border Support • Support regional expansion and cross-border activities, with Hong Kong regulatory knowledge (e.g. SFC licensing, securities laws) as a value-add. • Coordinate with external counsel across multiple jurisdictions as required. Team & Stakeholder Management • Build, lead, and develop the Group’s legal function (in-house and external). • Educate senior management and business teams on regulatory developments and legal best practices. Minimum Qualifications • Qualified lawyer with a recognised law degree; admission in Singapore or a common law jurisdiction preferred. • 12– 20 years of legal experience, with significant exposure to MAS-regulated financial services, fintech, asset management, payments, or capital markets. • Proven hands-on experience dealing with MAS licenses and regulatory engagement. • In-house experience in a regulated financial institution is strongly preferred. • Strong working knowledge of Singapore financial services regulations and MAS supervisory expectations. Preferred Qualifications • Nice to have: familiarity with Hong Kong regulatory frameworks (e.g. SFC licensing, HK securities regulations). • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance regulatory requirements and business objectives. • Excellent stakeholder management skills, including Board-level communication. • High integrity, sound judgment, and the ability to operate independently in a senior leadership role. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute. We celebrate diversity in all its forms—background, ethnicity, gender, identity, orientation, experience, and thought—and believe it strengthens our culture and our work. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.