About the company
Kraken, the trusted and secure digital asset exchange, is on a mission to accelerate the adoption of cryptocurrency so that you and the rest of the world can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. Our 2,350+ Krakenites are a world-class team ranging from the crypto-curious to industry experts, united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology. As a fully remote company, we already have Krakenites in 70+ countries (speaking 50+ languages). We're one of the most diverse organizations on the planet and this remains key to our values. We continue to lead the industry with new product advancements like Kraken NFT, on- and off-chain staking and instant bitcoin transfers via the Lightning Network.
Job Summary
The Opportunity
šPlan and implement company-wide regulatory strategy for rapidly evolving regulatory landscape in the crypto industry šGuide new product creation and regulatory acquisition strategy working with the product and strategy teams šWork with prominent financial services regulators on cutting-edge regulatory issues šAdvise and consult with the business & control functions on their legal obligations under the EMRs, VASP regime and MICA
Skills you should HODL
šQualified solicitor in Ireland š10+ years of relevant experience applying financial regulations, whether at a top law firm, in house, at a financial regulator or at an EU body šMindset that is team-oriented, plus proactive and entrepreneurial: an opportunity-making person who uses the law to increase the companyās optionality, not decrease it šInterest in the crypto industry / what our company is offering to the world and why
Nice-to-haves
šExperience both in-house and at a law firm
