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 Senior Legal Counsel for competition law you will play a pivotal expert role in Bitpanda’s growth by providing actionable legal advice in competition law matters, ensuring compliance with global antitrust regulations, and mitigating risks associated with market dominance, mergers, acquisitions, and fair trade practices as well as in other regulatory matters, particularly within the fields of crypto assets and financial instruments. You will be responsible for navigating the complex competition and regulatory landscape of financial products, ensuring compliance with local and international laws, and guiding the company's strategic legal initiatives in this regard.
What you’ll do
- Provide legal counsel on competition law and anti-trust matters, ensuring compliance with global regulatory requirements and develop and implement internal policies and compliance programs to mitigate risks.
- Monitor regulatory developments and emerging trends in competition laws affecting financial services and crypto-assets.
- Support engagement with competition authorities, regulators, and industry bodies on matters related to market practices and fair competition and assist in litigation, dispute resolution, and regulatory proceedings.
- Analyse and advise on the implications of strategic partnerships within the financial services and crypto sectors and provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders.
- Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of complex commercial and financial agreements, including those related to financial products, licensing, and partnerships.
- Support Bitpanda’s business development by identifying risks and crafting risk mitigation strategies and support the management of complex partnerships in the industry and ensure that the company’s operations comply with regulatory requirements and international standards.
Who you are
- Education: A law degree from an Austrian or German university with a focus on financial regulatory and commercial law.
- Experience: At least 4+ years experience, ideally in a law firm or in-house counsel role, focusing on regulated institutions and financial products.
- Competition Law and Regulatory Expertise: Experience in advising on competition law, digital markets, blockchain technology, and decentralized finance (DeFi) and good understanding of EU regulatory frameworks (MiCAR, MiFID II, PSD2, EMoney, AML).
- Language Skills: Fluency in German and English is essential.
- Skills: Demonstrated ability to work independently and solution oriented on complex regulatory matters, draft commercial agreements and expert legal opinions, and manage cross-functional teams. Strong communication and negotiation skills are a must.
- Leadership: Proven ability to lead high-priority projects and provide strategic guidance to senior management.
What’s in it for you
- We're proud of our flexible working model that includes 2 days (minimum) working from the local Hub, plus 60 Work From Anywhere days annually
- Total compensation package including participation in our Bitpanda stock option plan
- Competitive benefits programs and policies shaped by our flexibility-first philosophy
- Exclusive premiums when trading on Bitpanda
- Company-wide and team events — both in-person and virtually!
- Bitpanda swag to keep you living the brand
And, above all, the opportunity to learn and grow as part of Bitpanda’s incredible journey towards being Europe’s future #1 investment platform.
Bitpanda is committed to fostering a fair and equal environment based on trust and mutual respect. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is paramount to our success and we are committed to building a team that represents a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
