About Finstro

Since 2012, Finstro has been rewriting the rules of B2B Trade Finance. We’ve served global businesses with over $1 billion in Trade Payments by providing a complete cashflow management platform. From enabling seamless customer and supplier payments to delivering innovative credit-based solutions, we are the solution for businesses to pay and get paid on terms that suit them.

If you have energy, ambition, and want to work for a dynamic, rapidly growing FinTech business, this is your opportunity to tackle complex, interesting work and advance your career within our global team.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a commercially minded, hands-on General Counsel to independently lead our legal function. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will act as a trusted advisor across lending, treasury, and sales, working closely with the Board, Finstro Management Committee, and senior global stakeholders.

This is a sole-counsel role for a strategic operator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to directly influence the trajectory of a high-growth FinTech.

Key Responsibilities

As our legal anchor, you will manage a diverse portfolio of work, including:

• Acting as the primary legal advisor to the CEO, Board, and Executive team.

• Leading contract negotiation, litigation management, and regulatory compliance.

• Oversee drafting, review and negotiation of loan agreements, vendor agreements and other contracts.

• Provide advice on risk management, corporate governance and internal policies.

• Overseeing governance frameworks, compliance schedules, and risk management.

• Support treasury transactions, funding arrangements and securitisation matters, including coordination with external counsel.

• Ensure compliance with Australian regulatory requirements, including the Corporations Act, ASIC regulations and the National Consumer Credit Protection Act.

• Manage disputes and external dispute resolution processes, engaging external counsel where required.

• Develop and implement legal strategies aligned with business goals.

• Act as a trusted advisor across lending, treasury and sales.

About You

To thrive in this role, you will bring a sharp legal mind blended with strong business acumen and a solutions-focused mindset.

Requirements:

• A formal legal qualification and admission to practice in Australia, holding a current NSW practicing certificate.

• A minimum of 8 years Post Qualification Experience (PQE) as Legal Counsel within the Banking and Financial Services sector (gained in-house or via reputable private practice).

• Ability to interpret and explain complex legislation and to plan and implement policy and risk management strategies considering legislative and regulatory changes.

• Strong knowledge of lending, NCCP, consumer credit and AML/CTF.

• In-depth understanding of Australian regulatory frameworks.

• Commercially minded and capable of advising on risk in a way that enables the business to move forward confidently.

• High emotional intelligence, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to explain complex legislation to non-legal stakeholders.

• A calm, resilient, and adaptable approach to high-stakes situations and shifting organizational demands.

Why Finstro?

• You will run the function independently, giving you complete ownership and a seat at the leadership table.

• Join a collaborative, high-performing environment that values high ethical standards, integrity, and hard work.

• Be part of a FinTech business scaling globally, ensuring your days are filled with engaging, non-repetitive challenges.

• This is a full-time, office-based role operating from our Sydney headquarters.

Ready to Shape the Future of FinTech?

If you have the drive to enable business growth while confidently managing risk, we want to hear from you. Apply now by submitting your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant financial services experience.