Legal and Compliance Officer

JOB DESCRIPTION / ROLE

Job Type: Full Time

Job Location: Dubai, UAE

Nationality: Any Nationality

Salary: Not Specified

Gender: Not Specified

Arabic Fluency: Not Specified

Job Function: Legal

Company Industry: Legal Profession

About the role

We are seeking a Legal & Compliance Officer to support our company's expansion into the European Union under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA). The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with end-to-end license applications and regulatory coordination across selected EU jurisdictions. This position can be based either in Dubai or in Europe, depending on the candidate's background and availability. Close collaboration with internal stakeholders, legal advisors, and local regulators is essential.

Key responsibilities

Support the full lifecycle of MiCA license applications, including project coordination, documentation drafting, and regulatory engagement

Prepare internal materials such as business plans, AML/CFT frameworks, governance structures, and compliance policies aligned with MiCA requirements

Liaise with EU legal and compliance advisors to support timely and accurate submissions

Research and compare different EU jurisdictions (e.g., Malta, Cyprus) to support optimal licensing strategy

Track regulatory updates under MiCA and ensure company alignment with supervisory expectations

Assist in preparing responses to regulators and coordinating potential inspections or interviews

Preferred qualifications & experience

Bachelor's degree in Law, Compliance, or related field

3 years of legal or regulatory compliance experience in the crypto, fintech, or financial services industry

Experience with financial license applications in Malta, Cyprus, or similar jurisdictions is strongly preferred

Familiarity with EU regulations, especially MiCA, AMLD, or MiFID II frameworks

Strong coordination, legal drafting, and communication skills

Fluent in English; knowledge of local regulatory environment in any EU member state is a plus

Willingness to work cross-border and coordinate across time zones

Proficiency in Microsoft Office / Google Workspace / Lark

What we offer

Strategic exposure to MiCA regulatory implementation across multiple EU jurisdictions

Opportunity to contribute to a global expansion project for a regulated crypto platform

Flexible work location: based in Dubai or a relevant EU jurisdiction

Competitive compensation, international team culture, and professional growth

Only shortlisted candidates will be accommodated.

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