Head of Legal & Regulatory Affairs
About Crypto Finance
Crypto Finance Group, part of Deutsche Börse Group, provides professional digital asset solutions to institutional clients. The Group comprises Crypto Finance AG, regulated by FINMA in Switzerland, offering trading, custody, and wallet services, as well as Crypto Finance (Deutschland) GmbH, regulated by BaFin in Germany, offering trading and custody services. In January 2025, Crypto Finance secured a MiCAR license for the European market as one of the first providers in the EU. Crypto Finance AG is a SIX-approved crypto custodian for ETP issuers.
For more information, please visit our website at About us - Crypto Finance
About the role
As Head of Legal & Regulatory Affairs at Crypto Finance Group, you will join a dynamic and fast-growing environment at the forefront of the digital asset industry. This role offers exceptional potential for personal growth and strategic impact, as you shape the legal and regulatory function and contribute directly to the future development of the company. The starting date is as soon as possible at our office on the 24th floor of the Prime Tower in Zurich.
Responsibilities
- Take on the lead for the Legal & Regulatory Affairs team in the Crypto Finance Group
- Take full responsibility of leading strategic, group-wide initiatives and projects in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
- Manage communication with and requests by regulatory agencies (FINMA, BaFin)
- Lead and manage a team of legal counsels in all legal, regulatory, and corporate governance affairs
- Advise the business in developing, structuring, and establishing new business initiatives; draft, review, and negotiate legal documents and manage outside counsel
- Provide legal and regulatory support for the Group’s international expansion, including strategic guidance for new markets such as LATAM
- Lead interactions with Legal departments of big institutional clients
- Contribute to the business’s strategy and decision-making processes from a legal and regulatory perspective
- Take responsibility for the legal and regulatory framework for the Group companies
- Monitor and stay current with relevant legal and regulatory developments
- Fully support the Group General Counsel, the Executive Board, and the Board of Directors in current legal and regulatory matters related to the Group
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience as Senior Legal & Regulatory Counsel; project management experience is highly desired
- A master’s degree in Law or “Lizenziat” in Law from a Swiss University; admittance to the bar and additional relevant education is an asset
- Team-leadership experience
- Knowledge of Web 3.0 and DLT is a strong asset
- Experience in an international and fast evolving environment
- Proven track record of a structured approach, and rapid execution at the highest standards
- A dynamic person with a positive attitude and strong motivational skills
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Self-driven, results-oriented, and hands-on, with an attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both German and English
Benefits
- Be part of an international, fast-paced blockchain and fintech team led by experienced professionals
- Shape the future of finance while working at the cutting edge of B2B digital asset solutions
- Contribute to a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with flat hierarchies
- Take on meaningful responsibility with room for learning and professional growth
- Gain deep industry insights and make a tangible impact
- Join regular company-wide meetings, knowledge-sharing sessions, and team events
- Enjoy a modern and central workplace in Zurich with top-tier infrastructure
Our culture
At the heart of our company, we prioritize:
- Innovation and Continuous Learning
- Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing
- Entrepreneurial Spirit and Flat Hierarchies
- Values such as Excellence, Delivery, Ownership, Passion, and Unity
Please note:
- We do not accept CVs from recruiting or staffing agencies.
- Due to the Swiss labor legislation, we can only accept applicants who have the right to work in Switzerland (are in possession of a Swiss work permit or are EU/EFTA citizens). All other applications will not be considered.