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Stenn is one of the leading FinTechs in Europe and a category leader in the verticals and markets it operates in. Founded in 2015, Stenn’s purpose is to connect international SMEs to the global financial system, helping to bridge a reported $3.6 trillion (USD) financing gap through a fast, simple online platform. To date, Stenn has enabled over $18 billion (USD) of finance to SMEs in 3 verticals and 4 markets, with capital provided by several blue-chip banks and institutional fund managers across the globe.
Rapid expansion continues at Stenn, as under-served SMEs seek financing solutions to manage significant macroeconomic and supply chain disruption; and this follows our $50 million Series A fundraise in 2022, valuing Stenn at $900 million.
Our HQ is in London with employees across the globe, including the USA, Europe and China. We are made up of diverse, highly skilled professionals who work in an innovative way to develop and drive our business further. Our people are empowered to work autonomously through a trusting leadership style which encourages learning.
Who we are:
Stenn is one of the leading FinTechs in Europe and a category leader in digital trade finance for international SMEs. Founded in 2015, Stenn’s purpose is to connect international SMEs to the global financial system, helping to bridge a reported $3.6 trillion (USD) financing gap through a fast, simple online platform. To date, Stenn has issued over $15 billion (USD) of finance to SMEs in more than 70 countries, with capital provided by several blue-chip banks and institutional fund managers across the globe.
Rapid expansion continues at Stenn, as under-served SMEs seek financing solutions to manage significant macroeconomic and supply chain disruption; and this follows our $50 million Series A fundraise earlier this year, valuing Stenn at $900 million. Our HQ is in London with employees across the globe, including the USA, Europe and China. We are made up of diverse, highly skilled professionals who work in an innovative way to develop and drive our business further. Our people are empowered to work autonomously through a trusting leadership style which encourages learning.
The Role:
You will be hired by our Chinese entity, Stenn Shanghai Ltd as the Legal Representative. The Legal Representative will be involved with overseeing and management of all legal affairs related to our operations in China with regards to all internal business processes, including executing contracts with other Stenn Group entities, external service providers and any employees Stenn Shanghai Ltd choosesto hire in the future.
As Legal Representative, you will be responsible for ensuring the entity stays in compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements while also executing all of the decisions, resolutions and changes put forward by the business. To ensure success in the role, you will have sound knowledge and understanding of PRC company laws
and regulations.
You will be responsible for overall record keeping for the entity, including the taking and dissemination of board meeting minutes and organisation of all corporate
documentation.
You will work closely with the legal team in London and the US to ensure that the entity is operationally ready for the ordinary course of business in China. You will also be asked to help provide day-to-day legal support in relation to China and, in particular, contractual matters.
The ideal candidate will have excellent project management, communication and relationship skills, the highest ethical standards, and will be excited by seeking out innovative business solutions.
Who You Are
- Knowledge of statutes, rules and regulations pertaining to our business.
- Legal professional with at least 5 years’ relevant experience. (Experience of being a Legal Representative for a PRC entity is desirable).
- Knowledge and understanding of PRC company laws and regulations, including PRC board meeting procedural requirements and company record keeping and filing obligations.
- Experience of working within the trade finance industry in Asia is desirable.
- Reviewing and negotiating terms and conditions of service provider contracts.
- General in-house legal experience of dealing with commercial contracts, NDA’s, employment, litigation, and data protection/security matters.
- Experience in handling a high volume of activity involving multiple, often complex transactions.
- Experience with financial and technological products.
- Ability to work in a small legal team and comfortable with a “scale-up” culture.
- Excitement about building career in the financial technology enabling offering financial and adjacent products to corporate clients.
- Highly articulate - able to negotiate, provide clear advice and communicate at all levels of the business.
- Proactive self-starter with ability to work independently and in a team.
- Forward thinking - produces new ideas and insights and seeks opportunities for change and improvement.
- Upholds ethics and values, acts with integrity.
- Demonstrates interest in others, works effectively in teams, builds team spirit and shows care and consideration for individuals.
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We appreciate the support recruitment agencies can provide, however our in-house team do not require any 3rd party assistance at this time.
At Stenn, we believe that every team member deserves to feel like they belong. We foster a culture of inclusivity, respect, and collaboration where everyone's unique perspectives are valued. Join us and be part of a team where you can thrive and grow, both professionally and personally.
