Eu Lead Counsel - En remoto, España - Binance

Binance

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En remoto, España

hace 1 semana

Publicado por:

Isabel García

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Descripción

Binance is the leading global blockchain ecosystem and cryptocurrency infrastructure provider whose suite of financial products includes the world's largest digital-asset exchange.

Our mission is to accelerate cryptocurrency adoption and increase the freedom of money.

If you're looking for a fast-paced, mission-driven organization where opportunities to learn and excel are endless, then Binance is the place for you.

Responsibilities:

Act as the principal point of contact and overall head of legal for Binance in Europe, managing both regulatory activities and broader legal responsibilities including litigation.
Oversee Binance's regulatory and overall legal obligations across Europe, ensuring total compliance with pertinent laws, regulations, and litigations.
Lead the Europe Legal team, shaping the company's strategic vision in the region, including but not restricted to regulatory matters.
Support Binance's international efforts in obtaining local approvals, permits, or licenses while also overseeing all litigation aspects in the region.
Cultivate relationships not only with regulators and exchanges but also with legal personnel and other critical stakeholders across Europe, adeptly developing networks and promoting Binance's interests.
Advise on an extensive range of regulatory and legal issues that could affect existing and potential services.
Interpret and anticipate regulations and legal requirements that could impact our business, steering management on necessary adjustments.
Coordinate all regulatory audit processes, examinations and litigation procedures. Ensure Binance is always ready for regulatory assessments and legal confrontations.
Develop and implement EUfocused legal and regulatory policy and guidance aligning with Binance's strategic objectives.
Work in tandem with various business teams, supporting the introduction and expansion of new products and services and bridging the regulatory and commercial realms, all while ensuring legal soundness throughout.

Requirements:

Qualified to practice law in a leading European/UK jurisdiction.
A minimum of 1012 years' experience in a senior legal role, ideally focusing on regulatory affairs within the technology or financial services sector.
Extensive experience from a reputable global law firm alongside relevant inhouse experience is highly preferred.
Comprehensive knowledge of financial products including spot trading, margin trading, futures and options, as well as payments systems like credit card networks, FIAT channels, PSPs and wallets, etc.
Possess a robust understanding of the legal and regulatory landscape across the EU.
Proven track record of effectively managing legal and regulatory compliance issues, and experience liaising with regulatory bodies in the EU.
Active interest in the cryptocurrency industry and its evolving regulations.
Solid experience with product development from ideation to launch, particularly in a financially regulated environment.
Exceptional team spirit and a strong instinct for crossfunctional collaboration.
Capacity to navigate complex areas of law and provide practical, actionable advice.
Proactive and willing to get handson with challenges, taking a leading role in shaping strategic company decisions.
Possess an excellent command over written and spoken English. Proficiency in other European languages is a plus.

Working at Binance

Be a part of the world's leading blockchain ecosystem that continues to grow and offers excellent career development opportunities
Work alongside diverse, worldclass talent in an environment where learning and growth opportunities are endless
Tackle fastpaced, challenging and unique projects
Work in a truly global organization, with international teams and a flat organizational structure
Competitive salary and benefits
Flexible working hours, remotefirst, and casual work attire

Learn more about how Binancians embody the organization's
core values, creating a unified culture that enables collaboration, excellence, and growth.

Binance is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We believe that having a diverse workforce is fundamental to our success.