Bitfinex
Founded in 2012, Bitfinex is a digital asset trading platform offering state-of-the-art services for digital currency traders and global liquidity providers. We’re on a mission to create the most innovative cryptocurrencies exchange. This is a unique opportunity, a rare window of time at the tipping point of the financial evolution. Much like the early days of the internet, blockchain technology faces complex new challenges and having the best team plays a pivotal role in success.
Our team is fully remote and globally distributed to capture the best talent from around the world. So far our company has grown fast and stayed lean to secure its place as a leader in the space.
If you get excited about being in an industry that is breaking new ground and have confidence you can conquer the most challenging feats we’ll encounter, we want to talk to you. Join us, and help lay the foundation for a decentralized future.
Job Description
We are searching for an organized self-starter to join our regulatory licensing team. The successful candidate is someone with a high-level understanding of legal and regulatory requirements pertaining to the cryptocurrency industry, and who is excited by the opportunity to apply their existing regulatory experience in an exciting and dynamic business environment.
To succeed in this role, the incumbent will continuously strive to self-develop and enhance their skill sets including understanding the Company’s products and services, blockchain technology, virtual currencies, and regulatory requirements around the globe. You will have a focus around being able to translate regulatory requirements in different jurisdictions into clear and manageable deliverables, managing relationships and communications between various stakeholders both internal and external to the business. You will work alongside project managers and members of the wider team to execute on licensing initiatives in different parts of the globe. You should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to juggle multiple tasks while ensuring deadlines are met.
Job Responsibilities
Manage regulatory licensing engagements from planning to completion.
Engage with regulatory consultation processes in different countries; compiling responses in line with global policy views of the organization.
Work internally to develop and communicate policy positions on key matters pertaining to the organization.
Engage with stakeholders, business management, other stakeholders (i.e. risk management, compliance, legal, finance, technology), and regulators establishing strong working relationships.
High attention to detail and excellent analytical and research skills.
Keen understanding or appetite to learn more about the crypto industry and available products.
Experience in a consulting capacity in the field of regulations, legal, or compliance.
Native English speaker, or a major in languages or similar studies. Excellent written communication skills are essential.
Team Player with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and within a small team setting.
Exceptional work ethic.
Ability to build relationships, both internally and externally, with a range of stakeholders and all levels.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
Previous professional experience (ideally minimum of 3 years) in regulatory advisory, compliance, policy or legal in the financial services industry (for example, within a financial institution or consulting firm providing such services).
A strong understanding of the Company’s platform and products and services is required.
Knowledge of the cryptocurrency / blockchain space is a plus.
Working Conditions
Enjoy a highly fulfilling, mission-driven culture
Flexible working conditions (100% Remote)
Flexible working hours
Travel may be required from time to time
Bitfinex
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