EMEA Compliance & Regulatory Manager – Fintech / Bitcoin / Blockchain
The EMEA Compliance & Regulatory Manager manages regulatory and specific compliance projects, acting as an internal and external point of contact and aiding in the completion of any action and the preparation of all documentation required. Key Responsibilities Engage with regulators in countries in which the company operates particularly within the EU Region, including preparation and review of documents for same. Pursue applicable licensing within the EU jurisdictions, consultants and junior internal staff to ensure smooth management of licensing process. Research regulatory environment in new target markets and advise Management on same. Keep abreast of licensing trends in relevant payment, money remittance, and digital currency sectors, including speaking with external experts, advisors, and officials as necessary. Engage with external counsel and consultants regarding regulatory requirements. Manage European Banking relationship. Open Bank Accounts all over Europe and Africa. Provide information to banks to open accounts (funds flow). Create compliance policies. Engage and update the compliance team on regulatory obligations. Provide compliance information to banks. Liaise with the FCA, CSSF and regulators in other jurisdictions that we operate in. Conduct due diligence for euro clients and respond to due diligence queries from euro clients. Assist in management for East Africa licensing applications. Assist with the preparation of and filing of documentation with regulators in countries in which the company operates, as necessary. Candidate Requirements Experience managing complex regulatory environments of innovative financial products across UK and/or Europe. Experience working with international, distributed team across UK, Europe and Africa. Flexibility, ability to work independently, and strong problem-solving capability to enable navigation of fast-moving ecosystem and fast-growing young company. Fluency in English and French. Bachelor’s degree in Law is preferable. Minimum of 6 years’ experience in Financial Services Industry or Money Service Business. Skills Excellent leadership and management qualities such as strong work ethic, trustworthiness, self-confidence and the ability to delegate responsibilities.
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The EMEA Compliance & Regulatory Manager manages regulatory and specific compliance projects, acting as an internal and external point of contact and aiding in the completion of any action and the preparation of all documentation required. Key Responsibilities Engage with regulators in countries in which the company operates particularly within the EU Region, including preparation and review of documents for same. Pursue applicable licensing within the EU jurisdictions, consultants and junior internal staff to ensure smooth management of licensing process. Research regulatory environment in new target markets and advise Management on same. Keep abreast of licensing trends in relevant payment, money remittance, and digital currency sectors, including speaking with external experts, advisors, and officials as necessary. Engage with external counsel and consultants regarding regulatory requirements. Manage European Banking relationship. Open Bank Accounts all over Europe and Africa. Provide information to banks to open accounts (funds flow). Create compliance policies. Engage and update the compliance team on regulatory obligations. Provide compliance information to banks. Liaise with the FCA, CSSF and regulators in other jurisdictions that we operate in. Conduct due diligence for euro clients and respond to due diligence queries from euro clients. Assist in management for East Africa licensing applications. Assist with the preparation of and filing of documentation with regulators in countries in which the company operates, as necessary. Candidate Requirements Experience managing complex regulatory environments of innovative financial products across UK and/or Europe. Experience working with international, distributed team across UK, Europe and Africa. Flexibility, ability to work independently, and strong problem-solving capability to enable navigation of fast-moving ecosystem and fast-growing young company. Fluency in English and French. Bachelor’s degree in Law is preferable. Minimum of 6 years’ experience in Financial Services Industry or Money Service Business. Skills Excellent leadership and management qualities such as strong work ethic, trustworthiness, self-confidence and the ability to delegate responsibilities.
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