Legal Counsel - Financial Markets Regulation
Legal and Regulatory Advisor
The Legal and Regulatory Advisor plays a crucial role in providing legal and regulatory advice to ensure compliance with local regulations for all products and services offered by the company. They work closely with the Legal team to safeguard the company from legal liabilities and maintain strong relationships with regulators and service providers.
Responsibilities
- Provide guidance and advice on legal and regulatory matters related to Commercial and Regulatory/Product focus areas.
- Handle complex commercial matters, including facilitating deals, negotiating transactions, and resolving disputes with customers and external parties.
- Manage privacy matters, including handling legal enforcement requests and general requests for information from external parties.
- Handle day-to-day corporate matters, such as drafting and reviewing agreements and maintaining legal compliance.
- Identify, analyze, and mitigate legal and regulatory risks related to the introduction of new products and services.
- Represent the company on various topics before regulators, financial partners, and other external audiences.
- Review marketing materials and sales literature for compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Collaborate with external counsel to ensure legal arrangements comply with relevant laws and regulations.
Requirements
- Qualified/licensed lawyer with a minimum of 5 years of experience in financial product legal and regulatory work.
- Excellent knowledge of EU financial law and track record of handling issues for MiFID-regulated clients.
- Familiarity with industry practices and professional standards.
- Experience implementing markets and traditional finance rules in the EU.
- Familiarity with MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation) and willingness to become a subject matter expert.
- Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Ability to develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
- Willingness to accommodate calls and meetings with different time zones if necessary.
- Problem-solving mindset and ability to propose effective solutions.
About the company: Crypto.com is a fast-growing global cryptocurrency platform that serves millions of customers worldwide. With a focus on security, privacy, and compliance, the company is committed to driving the adoption of cryptocurrency and creating a fair and equitable digital ecosystem. Crypto.com offers a range of benefits and a supportive work environment.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.