Policy and Licensing Advisor (Remote UAE)

Policy and Licensing Advisor (Remote UAE)

Created in 2014 by pioneering Bitcoin enthusiasts, Tether USDt was the first stablecoin in existence. Tether is disrupting the legacy financial system by offering a more modern approach to money. Our platforms and tokens lead in liquidity, stability, and innovation, setting the foundation for the future, and we make a significant contribution to a more connected ecosystem by introducing digital currency benefits, such as instant global transactions, to traditional currency and incorporating traditional currency benefits like price stability to digital currency. Position Overview Tether and its affiliated entities (e.g. Bitfinex) are searching for an organized self-starter to join our Regulatory and Licensing team. The successful candidate is someone with a deep understanding of legal and regulatory requirements pertaining to the crypto-asset industry in the Europe / Middle East (EMEA) region, and who is excited by the opportunity to apply their existing regulatory experience in an exciting and dynamic business environment. You will report to the regional Lead within the Regulatory and Licensing department and work alongside project managers and members of the wider business to execute on licensing initiatives in different parts of the globe. The types of work you will be involved in include:

1. Regulatory Strategy Development : development and execution of regulatory strategies, identifying preferable market/s in the region from which to operate.
2. Regulatory Advocacy and Collaboration : participating in regulatory agency interactions, engaging with relevant regulatory authorities, industry bodies, and policymakers to shape the regulatory landscape for stablecoin issuers, advocating for policies that promote innovation while ensuring safety and compliance.
3. Policy Analysis and Guidance : Provide analysis on local regulatory proposals and advise the business on potential regulatory risks and opportunities while driving initiatives to influence regulatory frameworks as well as monitoring for change across regulations to ensure proactive compliance.
4. Regulatory approval process : contribute to the process of obtaining necessary license approvals in identified markets, where appropriate.
5. Cross-functional Leadership : Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., legal, compliance, finance) to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and to proactively address emerging regulatory challenges.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years regulatory experience within the financial services or crypto-asset industry.
• Ability to apply knowledge of key regulatory frameworks in the EMEA region both strategically and operationally and provide direction to resolve complex regulatory issues.
• Expertise in preparing regulatory analysis including the preparation and execution of interactions with regulatory authorities, such as regulatory consultation response submissions.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience in public speaking and representing companies in regulatory discussions.
• Must be a strong team player, and willing to be fully engaged with key stakeholders both in our company but also with our partners.
• English speaking, Arabic speaking is a plus.
• University degree.

Working Conditions

• Enjoy a highly fulfilling, mission-driven culture.
• Flexible working conditions (100% Remote).
• Flexible working hours.
• Travel may be required from time to time.

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