Policy and Licensing Advisor, Bitfinex
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Digital asset trading platform
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Digital asset trading platform
201-500 employees
Open for applications
More information about location
201-500 employees
Company mission
To give users the ultimate cryptocurrency trading experience.
Role
Who you are
- The successful candidate is someone with a deep understanding of legal and regulatory requirements pertaining to the crypto-asset industry in the Middle East / North Africa (“MENA”) region, and who is excited by the opportunity to apply their existing regulatory experience in an exciting and dynamic business environment
- Minimum of 5 years regulatory experience within the financial services or crypto-asset industry
- Ability to apply knowledge of key regulatory frameworks in the MENA region both strategically and operationally and provide direction to resolve complex regulatory issues
- Expertise in preparing regulatory analysis including the preparation and execution of interactions with regulatory authorities, such as regulatory consultation response submissions
- Communication: Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience in public speaking and representing companies in regulatory discussions
- Must be a strong team player, and willing to be fully engaged with key stakeholders both in our company but also with our partners. Must have hands-on professional capable of working collaboratively and independently, with excellent verbal and written communication skills
- English speaking, Arabic is a plus
- University degree
What the job involves
- Bitfinex and its affiliated entities (e.g. Tether) are searching for an organized self-starter to join our Regulatory and Licensing team
- 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, crypto-assets and the regulatory requirements in the MENA region
- You will have a focus around translating regulatory requirements in the MENA region into clear and actionable strategic recommendations, managing relationships and communications between various stakeholders both internal and external to the business
- You will report to the regional Lead within the Regulatory and Licensing department, and work alongside project managers and members of the wider business to execute on licensing initiatives in different parts of the globe
- Regulatory Strategy Development: development and execution of regulatory strategies, identifying preferable market/s in the region from which to operate
- Regulatory Advocacy and Collaboration: participating in regulatory agency interactions, engaging with relevant regulatory authorities, industry bodies, and policymakers to shape the regulatory landscape for crypto-asset service providers, advocating for policies that promote innovation while ensuring safety and compliance
- Policy Analysis and Guidance: Provide analysis on local regulatory proposals, and advise the business on potential regulatory risks and opportunities, while driving initiatives to influence regulatory frameworks as well as monitoring for change across regulations to ensure proactive compliance
- Regulatory approval process: contribute to the process of obtaining necessary license approvals in identified markets, where appropriate
- Cross-functional Leadership: Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., legal, compliance, finance) to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and to proactively address emerging regulatory challenges
Our take
Since its 2012 founding, Bitfinex has consistently been one of the world’s largest crypto exchanges, supporting over 150 currencies and offering multiple trading options. Its popularity is largely down to how user friendly it is for all levels of trader, from beginner to pro.
For all its popularity, it’s impossible to ignore the controversies the company has faced, along with its sister currency Tether. This includes hacking, a highly publicized settlement over an alleged $850 million loss cover-up, and its involvement in a shadow banking operation which landed the perpetrator 6 years in prison.
It’s also worth noting however, that bad press has dogged a lot of major players in the crypto world. Bitfinex’s supporters don’t seem to have been swayed by the headlines, and the company continues to move on. In 2022, it gained access to the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA), and the company is hoping to gain regulatory approval and licensing around the world.
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Insights
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back within 2 weeks
3% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- Room to grow
- Work with talented people
- Build a life-changing career
- Transparency and autonomy
- Open vacation policy
- Culture of learning
- Offsites and team building
- Flexible hours
- Full remote
Company values
- Sense of Ownership – You are accountable and recognized for your work, leading a project from conception to launch
- Team Player – We work quickly and collaboratively in the best interests of the team, encouraging and helping each other
- High Performance – Being results-driven, we work fast and achieve the most significant impact without compromising quality
- Passion – We share the passion for achieving the Bitfinex vision and want to make a difference
- Positivity – We’re always positive and intended to inspire others to overcome any tough challenges. Whatever happens - we rise and shine brighter together
- Community Oriented – Paying attention to details and understanding users' needs, we are committed to being a steward to the community and deliver the best services
Company HQ
Wickhams Cay 1, Road Town, Tortola
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Leadership
J. L. van der Velde
(CEO)CEO at Bitfinex since 2013. Prior to joining Bitfinex, was CEO of investment firm PAG Asia.
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