Legal Counsel (FinTech)

TL;DR

Legal Counsel (FinTech): Leading end-to-end licensing applications for financial licenses in global jurisdictions with an accent on banking/PSP onboarding, legal research, and gap analysis. Focus on drafting corporate documents, localizing policies, and coordinating with regulators and stakeholders.

Location: Europe, opportunity to work remotely

Company

Global fintech company focused on crypto and FX operations.

What you will do

• Lead end-to-end application processes for financial licenses in various global jurisdictions
• Manage KYB processes and legal negotiations for corporate accounts and payment channels with banks and PSPs
• Conduct legal research and gap analysis between current structures and new regulatory requirements
• Draft and localize corporate documents, internal policies (AML/CFT, Risk), and UBO structures
• Act as primary contact for regulators, legal consultants, and internal project managers during expansion

Requirements

• 1+ year of experience in Law (FinTech, FX, Crypto, or International Corporate Law preferred)
• Proven track record or deep understanding of EMI, VASP, or Investment Firm licensing
• Proficiency in managing complex corporate structures and shareholders documentation
• Ability to interpret statutes and guidelines from diverse regulators (FCA, CySEC, FSC, etc.)
• Strong knowledge of international laws and multi-jurisdictional compliance
• Experience with account openings and relationship management for EMIs, banks, and PSPs

Nice to have

• Diploma-level qualification in Compliance or AML (ICA, ACAMS, CISI)
• Experience with CFD/FX brokers, MiFID II, or payments licensing
• Launching offices/entities and negotiating with regulators

Culture & Benefits

• 20 paid vacation days per year
• 10 paid sick leave days per year
• Public holidays per company list
• Medical insurance
• Professional education budget, language learning budget, wellness budget (gym, sports gear)
• Opportunity to work on complex legal tasks with real impact