Legal Associate (Fintech/Payments)
Black Pen RecruitmentCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Posted January 5, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Black Pen Recruitment, headquartered in Cape Town, is a leading specialist agency serving the fintech and cryptocurrency sectors across Africa and beyond. Since 2012, the firm has built a robust talent pool of over 120,000 candidates and partnered with more than 180 clients—from startups to multinational corporates—to place top-tier professionals in roles that drive innovation. Their distinctive advantage lies in deep industry focus, a network of internationally trained recruiters, and a strategic presence in Malta that expands their reach into e‑commerce, digital banking, SaaS, tech, and travel markets. Black Pen’s culture of excellence and dedication positions it as a trusted partner for companies looking to grow their teams with the right expertise.
Job Description
Our client is a leading financial infrastructure platform focused on enabling seamless, secure digital payments across Africa. It provides modern API-driven solutions that empower businesses to collect, manage, and move money more efficiently.
Requirements
- 2-5 years post articles experience in a top-tier South African law firm or proven in-house experience
- Strong commercial contracting across SaaS, partnerships and vendor agreements
- Working knowledge and experience of key legislation applicable to the businesses within the client's Group