Remote Senior Legal Counsel - Crypto Licensing (UAE & EU)

Bitunix Fintech LLC; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 293,000 - 441,000; Full time

Job summary

A fintech company is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to oversee crypto licensing applications in the UAE and Europe. This role involves managing licensing processes, providing legal advice on regulatory frameworks like MiCA, and liaising with regulators. Ideal candidates should have at least 3 years of legal experience, strong drafting and negotiation skills, and knowledge of both UAE and European regulations. The position offers flexibility for remote or onsite work in Dubai.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of legal experience, including internships.
• Strong exposure to UAE crypto regulation and European frameworks.
• Excellent legal drafting and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end virtual asset licensing processes in the UAE & EU.
• Provide legal advice on MiCA, AML/CFT, and other regulatory frameworks.
• Draft legal documents, internal policies, and compliance strategies.
• Liaise with regulators, consultants, and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Legal drafting

Negotiation skills

Knowledge of UAE crypto regulation

Knowledge of European frameworks

Education

Law degree (LLB or equivalent)

Job description

A fintech company is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to oversee crypto licensing applications in the UAE and Europe. This role involves managing licensing processes, providing legal advice on regulatory frameworks like MiCA, and liaising with regulators. Ideal candidates should have at least 3 years of legal experience, strong drafting and negotiation skills, and knowledge of both UAE and European regulations. The position offers flexibility for remote or onsite work in Dubai.