Sehar Omar
About Sehar Omar
Sehar Omar is a Senior Legal Counsel with extensive experience in the fintech and financial services sectors. She has held various legal positions at notable organizations, including GMEX Group and KPMG UK, and has a strong academic background in law from the University of Law and University College London.
Work at Capital.com
Sehar Omar serves as Senior Legal Counsel at Capital.com, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for drafting and negotiating various agreements related to fintech operations. She provides legal support for the acquisition of new licenses in the fintech industry, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Her expertise in financial services legal support and regulatory developments is integral to the company's operations.
Previous Experience in Legal Roles
Before joining Capital.com, Sehar Omar worked at GMEX Group as In-House Group Counsel from 2016 to 2020. In this role, she was involved in legal matters pertaining to the financial sector. Prior to that, she served as a Legal Compliance Officer at KPMG UK for nine months in 2016. Her experience also includes working as a Finance, Regulatory and Corporate Paralegal at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher from 2015 to 2016, and as a Case Review Officer at Deloitte from 2010 to 2012.
Education and Expertise
Sehar Omar studied at the University of Law, where she completed the Bar Professional Training Course from 2012 to 2013. She also holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from University College London, where she studied various areas of law including Criminal Law, Civil Law, and Employment Law from 2007 to 2010. Her educational background supports her expertise in financial services legal support and compliance, particularly with GDPR regulations.
Legal Skills and Responsibilities
In her current role and previous positions, Sehar Omar has developed skills in drafting and negotiating legal agreements, providing compliance advice, and supporting regulatory matters. She advises staff on compliance with GDPR regulations, ensuring that the organization adheres to legal standards. Her responsibilities encompass a wide range of legal issues within the fintech sector, reflecting her comprehensive legal knowledge and experience.