Our client, a global Algo-trading & Crypto firm is looking to hire an Interim Head of Legal & Compliance (maternity leave cover) to lead its legal and regulatory function for a 6 months period.
The role will be to manage the company’s framework across the US and Israel (mostly), overseeing everything from contract negotiations to regulatory liaison.
Responsibilities
- Legal & Regulatory: Lead the legal framework for derivatives, futures (MiFID), and crypto (MiCA).
- Contracts: Draft and negotiate complex commercial and service provider agreements.
- Compliance & AML: Oversee AML/CFT programs and ensure robust KYC/KYB procedures.
- Regulatory Liaison: Act as the primary contact for regulators in the US, Israel, and Cyprus.
- Risk & Reporting: Manage regulatory reporting and integrate risk management into compliance protocols.
Requirements
- Experience: Proven legal/compliance background in regulated financial services (Trading/Crypto preferred).
- Expertise: Strong knowledge of US and EU (MiFID or MiCA) regulations.
- Skills: Expertise in contract negotiation, risk management, and regulatory reporting.
- Independence: Ability to lead the function independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Language: Native or professional-level English fluency.
- Education: Law Degree (LL.B) and Bar membership – Highly Preferred.
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Head of Legal & Compliance (Maternity Leave Cover) with reference number 4245.
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