Head of Legal - Colombia
Bitso
Working At Bitso
We are a diverse team that takes pride in understanding the perspectives of others. We fully embrace working remotely and we are eager to act, improve and accelerate progress inside and outside of our organization.
To drive revolutionary changes in society and make crypto useful, we delight our customers with world-class products, deep care, and intentional empathy.
Your Purpose
This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the legal landscape of a pioneering organization in the cryptocurrency space. You will be critical in ensuring our compliance and legal integrity while supporting our growth and innovation.
Who You Are
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to practice law in Colombia.
- More than 10 years of legal experience, focusing on financial services, corporate law, or technology, preferably in the cryptocurrency or fintech sectors.
- Strong understanding of blockchain technology and cryptocurrency regulations.
- Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills.
- Ability to think strategically and provide timely, actionable legal advice in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven experience managing legal teams and fostering collaboration across departments.
What You Will Do
Legal Compliance & Regulation:
- Monitor and interpret developments in cryptocurrency regulations and legal frameworks globally, ensuring the organization complies with all relevant laws.
- Advise on regulatory issues related to anti-money laundering (AML), know your customer (KYC), securities law, and data protection.
Contract Management:
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of contracts, including partnership agreements, service agreements, and terms of service for customers.
- Ensure contractual documents meet legal standards and protect the organization’s interests.
Risk Management:
- Identify potential legal risks associated with business strategies and operational activities, and develop risk mitigation strategies.
- Provide guidance on emerging risks related to new technologies, market regulations, and industry practices.
Litigation Management:
- Manage any disputes or litigation involving the organization, coordinating with external legal counsel when necessary.
- Develop and implement strategies for dispute resolution and mitigation.
Corporate Governance:
- Support the Board of Directors and executive leadership with legal advice on corporate governance, structuring, and compliance issues.
- Assist in the preparation of board materials and regulatory filings.
Policy Development:
- Establish internal policies and compliance programs related to legal risk management, financial operations, and user protection.
- Educate employees on legal policies and compliance through training and workshops.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
- Work closely with internal teams (e.g., product development, compliance, finance, and marketing) to ensure legal considerations are integrated into business decisions.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all legal inquiries and issues within the organization.
Research in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion suggests that individuals may hesitate to apply for jobs if they do not meet all the listed criteria. At Bitso, we value diversity and your unique strengths could be just what we're looking for. If this role excites you but you don't match every point in the description, we still want to hear from you.
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Who We Are
With over 8 million users, Bitso is the leading cryptocurrency platform in Latin America. We are developing the cryptocurrency ecosystem in the region and enabling financial inclusion. We believe crypto is the future of finance, and we’re committed to making it useful by providing equal access to safe and intuitive financial products.
When we hire people for our team, we specifically test for the following traits in addition to our cultural values:
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Mission-Driven: We seek individuals who are passionate about crypto and Bitso’s mission and resilient in facing industry challenges
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High Sense of Urgency: We prioritize candidates who demonstrate a high sense of urgency and responsibility.
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Exceptional Hard Skills: We seek individuals who possess exceptional skills in their respective fields, with no room for mediocrity.
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Self-Management: We look for individuals who can independently manage their work, career, and professional development.
Compensation & Benefits
At Bitso, you are taking the front seat on the edge of crypto innovation, creating the next generation of crypto-powered products.
So for those willing to commit, adapt and pioneer the most important change of the century we offer:
- Me Time program, including unlimited paid time off.
- Remote-first work environment.
- Employee Stock Option program.
- Zero trading fees through our Bitso Alpha app.
- Extended Family Leave Policy: all birthing parents, non-birthing parents and adopting parents are eligible for a 4-months leave.
- Premium health, dental and life insurances in Mexico, Gibraltar, Colombia, USA, Brazil and Argentina.
- Volunteering days.
- Monthly stipend for gym memberships, relaxation activities, sports equipment, cooking classes, books, entertainment and more.
Want to leave an undoubtedly legacy with us? Fasten your seatbelt and join this spaceship, where you will find exponential growth and the opportunity to thrive!
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