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EU Lead Counsel

Binance

Role brief

Description

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.
  • Handle all facets related to regulatory approvals, consents, licenses and litigation, including meticulous analysis and applications.
  • 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 EU-focused 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 10-12 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 in-house 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 cross-functional collaboration.
  • Capacity to navigate complex areas of law and provide practical, actionable advice.
  • Proactive and willing to get hands-on 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, world-class talent in an environment where learning and growth opportunities are endless
    • Tackle fast-paced, 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, remote-first, 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.

    Apply today to be a part of the Web3 revolution!

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