MICAR Compliance Specialist
Who we are
We simplify wealth creation. Founded in 2014 in Vienna, Austria by Eric Demuth, Paul Klanschek and Christian Trummer, we’re here to help people trust themselves enough to build their financial freedom — for now and the future. Our user-friendly, trade-everything platform empowers both first-time investors and seasoned experts to invest in the cryptocurrencies, crypto indices, stocks*, precious metals and commodities* they want — with any sized budget, 24/7. Our global team works across different cultures and time zones, bringing our products to more than 6 million customers, making us one of Europe’s safest and most secure platforms that powers modern investing.
Headquartered in Austria but operating across Europe, our products are built by fast-moving, talented, “roll-up-your-sleeves-and-make-it-happen” kind of people. It’s these diverse perspectives and innovative minds operating as ONE TEAM that keep Bitpanda at the cutting edge of our industry. So if you’re someone who thinks big, moves fast and wants to make an impact right from day one, then get ready to join our industry-changing team. Let’s go!
Your Mission
As MiCAR Compliance Specialist, you will play a central role in upholding and enforcing a high-standard regulatory compliance culture across the organisation. You will ensure that the company adheres to all its obligations under the MiCAR, its national implementations and other relevant supervisory requirements. This includes establishing a strong second line of defence, acting independently from operational functions and being the key point of contact for regulatory compliance and governance, while supporting the respective Compliance officers. Your position is critical in ensuring that internal practices, policies and controls not only meet but exceed expectations, supporting Bitpanda’s sustainable growth and reputation as a trusted operator in the crypto-asset and financial services space.
- MiCAR Framework & Implementation: Support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of MiCAR requirements across relevant entities. Assist CPL Officers in translating regulatory obligations into internal policies, procedures, and controls, and contribute to regulatory gap analyses and remediation tracking.
- Regulatory & Supervisory Management: Ensure timely and accurate regulatory submissions, notifications, and reporting under MiCAR. Support supervisory interactions, prepare documentation for competent authorities, and coordinate responses to regulatory inquiries.
- Monitoring, Controls & Governance: Support the embedding of MiCAR requirements into the internal control framework. Perform independent checks and control reviews, maintain compliance trackers, and contribute to internal compliance reporting and governance oversight.
- Regulatory Analysis & Change Management: Monitor MiCAR Level 2/3 developments (RTS, ITS, ESMA/EBA guidance), assess regulatory impact, and support practical implementation across functions. Summarize regulatory updates and contribute to structured change management processes.
- Operational Compliance Support & Culture: Provide regulatory support to CPL Officers, maintain documentation and audit trails, and promote a culture of transparency, accountability, and regulatory awareness across the organisation.
Who you are
- Qualified & Experienced: Degree in Law, Business, Finance, Compliance or related field, with a minimum of 3 years of experience in financial regulation, compliance, or crypto regulation. Proven involvement in regulatory projects and implementation workstreams within financial services, fintech or crypto environments.
- MiCAR & Regulatory Expertise: Strong understanding of EU financial market regulation, with familiarity or practical experience in MiCAR considered a significant asset. Exposure to supervisory interactions and regulatory reporting processes, with the ability to navigate complex multi-entity regulatory environments.
- Structured & Operationally Minded: Ability to translate regulatory requirements into clear, operationally feasible processes and controls. Experienced in supporting the implementation of compliance frameworks. Strong analytical capabilities with a high level of accuracy in documentation.
- Passion for crypto-assets and/or financial regulation: strong interest in crypto-assets and/or financial regulation. Highly motivated to deepen expertise, embrace new challenges, and grow within a steep learning curve in a fast-moving regulatory environment.
- Clear & Trustworthy Communicator: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of explaining complex regulatory requirements in a comprehensible manner, including a professional approach when interacting with internal stakeholders and supervisory authorities. German skills is a strong asset.
What’s in it for you
- Flexibility to work where you thrive – Enjoy the freedom of our Hybrid working model, combining onsite collaboration and remote work, with an additional 25 days per year to work from a city or country of your choice.
- Reward for your impact – Receive a competitive total compensation package aligned with Bitpanda’s pay-for-impact policy, including participation in our stock option plan.
- Support for your mental wellbeing – Access confidential coaching, counselling, and mental health resources whenever you need them through OpenUP.
- Time to recharge – Take extra time off to rest, reset, and recharge, with 3 additional days off in 2026 to prioritise your wellbeing.
- Continuous learning and growth – Grow your skills and stay ahead in your career with unlimited access to Udemy’s library of online courses at your own pace.
- Exclusive perks and rewards – Enjoy discounts, rewards, and perks from partners worldwide across lifestyle, wellness, tech, and travel.
- Support during life milestones – Take advantage of our additional 8 weeks of gender-neutral new parent leave to welcome and bond with your new addition to the family.
- Create a productive workspace at home – Set up your home office exactly how you want it with a dedicated budget for comfort and productivity.
- Fuel and focus on-site – Pandas in Vienna, Bucharest, Barcelona, and Berlin can enjoy free onsite dining, with freshly prepared lunches and snacks to keep you fuelled and focused all day long.
- Recognition for your contributions – Celebrate milestones and achievements with recognition and rewards for your Tenure at Bitpanda.
- Show your Bitpanda pride – Access exclusive Bitpanda-branded merchandise and gear to represent.
- Connect and celebrate with your team – Join unforgettable company events, from our Winter Party in Vienna to summer gatherings worldwide, fostering fun, connection, and celebration
.…and even more location-specific benefits designed to make life at Bitpanda even more rewarding wherever you are.
Above all, you will have the opportunity to learn and grow as part of Bitpanda’s incredible journey towards being Europe’s future #1 investment platform.