Legal Advisor

Legal Advisor Fintech & Trading Law Specialist

Location: Tanzania (Remote/Flexible)

Engagement Type:

Full-Time $500 USD/month

Part-Time / Retainer $80/hour or $200/project (based on complexity)

Department: Legal, Risk & Regulatory Compliance

Seniority Level: Senior / Legal Counsel

Experience Required: Minimum 4 Years

Education Level: Advanced Degree in Law + Bar Admission

About CK Funded

CK Funded is a next-generation fintech and proprietary trading platform, empowering traders across Africa and the GCC with funded accounts and AI-powered performance tools. As we scale, we are seeking a Tanzania-based Legal Advisor who can confidently guide our legal infrastructure with a solid foundation in corporate, fintech, and platform regulation.

This is an excellent opportunity for a high-caliber legal professional to become part of a fast-growing, digitally-native company shaping the future of trading across emerging markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, affiliation agreements, payout terms, and third-party partnerships

  Provide strategic counsel on business registration, licensing, and compliance (BRELA, TRA, TIN, TIC)

  Ensure compliance with Tanzanian regulations relating to digital platforms, forex, payment systems, and consumer protection

  Advise on employment law matters, including drafting local contracts, NDAs, and internship policies

  Assist in structuring CK Funded regional operations legally across Africa and the GCC

  Represent CK Funded legal interests in potential disputes or escalated contractual issues

  Monitor legal risks and deliver preemptive solutions to support the company's growth

  Collaborate with external legal consultants, PSPs, and financial regulators where necessary

  Provide legal support for fundraising, IP protection, and terms of service/policy drafting

Qualifications

• LL.B. (Bachelor of Laws) from a Top recognized Tanzanian university 

  Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice from the Law School of Tanzania

  Admitted Advocate of the High Court of Tanzania and Subordinate Courts

  Fluent in English and Kiswahili (spoken and written legal communication)

  Must possess up-to-date practicing license in good standing

  Strong knowledge of Tanzanian corporate, employment, and contract law

  Understanding of Tanzanias tech and consumer protection laws, including Electronic Transactions Act, Cybercrime Act, and Banking and Financial Institutions Act

  Knowledge of Bank of Tanzanias fintech & forex regulations, and a bank certificate  is a must

 Experience

• 4+ years of professional experience in corporate, commercial, or financial law

  Proven track record working with or advising tech startups, fintechs, forex/prop firms, or payment processors

  Experience supporting cross-border digital platforms or financial services companies

  Background in contract drafting, dispute resolution, and regulatory submissions

  Experience negotiating with banks, PSPs, legal authorities, or business partners in East Africa

  Demonstrated ability to provide clear, concise legal advice to founders and C-level executives

Bonus Skills

• Experience advising fintech or forex platforms

  Familiarity with AML/CFT compliance, data privacy laws, and international trade law

  Legal support in fundraising, shareholding agreements, or IP matters

  Multinational exposure or experience in GCC regulatory frameworks

What We Offer

• Flexible working hours and remote-friendly structure

  Option to work full-time or on a part-time/retainer basis

  Access to high-level fintech operations and international scaling strategy

  Opportunity to shape the legal foundation of one of East Africas fastest-growing fintech startups

  A respected position in a performance-driven, innovation-focused team

  Long-term growth and advisory opportunities as CK Funded expands into new regions

If you are a qualified legal expert who understands the intricacies of Tanzanian law, fintech, and trading platforms we want to work with you.

Apply with your CV, credentials, practicing license, and references of past corporate clients.

Only serious applicants with verified qualifications will be shortlisted.