Tommaso Pace on building a modern legal function in one of the world’s fastest-moving fintech markets

In this episode of The Legal Leaders Podcast, host David Lancelot talks with Tommaso Pace, General Counsel at Tabby, about leading legal in the rapidly evolving fintech sector across the Middle East, building high-performing legal teams, and navigating regulation in one of the world’s fastest-growing markets.

They discuss:

• What makes the UAE and Saudi Arabian regulatory landscape unique for fintech companies
• How to attract, retain, and develop legal talent in a highly competitive market
• Why operational thinking, legal technology, and legal ops are becoming essential for modern legal leadership

Tune in for an unfiltered conversation on fintech regulation, legal leadership in emerging markets, and building legal teams that can scale alongside high-growth businesses.