The World’s Leading Blockchain Ecosystem and Digital Asset Exchange
Regulatory Counsel
Location
Turkey
Posted
12 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Regulatory Counsel
Binance
• Advise on regulatory perimeter assessments, licensing and registration applications, product compliance, regulatory investigations, advertising, and consumer protection matters specific to Turkey’s financial and crypto regulatory framework. • Support local and global business teams on product launches, marketing campaigns, and promotional activities by providing legal/regulatory guidance, drafting product terms, and ensuring compliance with Turkish regulatory requirements. • Maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders through effective contract management, budget oversight, and timely legal advice. • Keep abreast of the latest developments in Turkish laws and regulations affecting crypto, FinTech, and blockchain industries, providing strategic, forward-looking advice to foster compliance and mitigate risks. • Proactively identify legal and regulatory challenges and propose practical solutions to support business objectives. • Collaborate closely with legal teams across different time zones to provide seamless, around-the-clock legal support. • Manage relationships with external counsel and regulatory authorities in Turkey. • Represent the company in legal proceedings or regulatory matters in Turkey when required, safeguarding the company’s interests.
Job Requirements
- Qualified to practice law in Turkey.
- 5-10 years of post-qualification experience, preferably with a focus on financial services, FinTech, crypto, or blockchain sectors.
- Law degree from a reputable university; advanced degrees (e.g., Master’s in Financial or Technology Law) are a plus.
- Experience working in a top-tier law firm or in-house legal team with exposure to Turkish financial regulatory authorities.
- Strong knowledge of Turkish financial, crypto, and consumer protection regulations.
- Proven ability to work independently and pragmatically in a fast-paced, global environment.
- Excellent project management skills and ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams across multiple locations and cultures.
- Strong time management skills to handle multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
- Passionate about FinTech innovation and cryptocurrency adoption in Turkey.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and company benefits
- Work-from-home arrangement (the arrangement may vary depending on the work nature of the business team)
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