Senior Legal Counsel

Bitunix Fintech LLC; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech company is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to handle crypto licensing applications across the UAE and Europe. The successful candidate will guide the business through complex regulatory environments, manage licensing processes, and provide strategic legal advice on key regulatory frameworks while working remotely or onsite in Dubai.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of legal experience (can include internships).
• Strong exposure to UAE crypto regulation and European frameworks.
• UAE / EU bar admission is a plus.

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.

Skills

Legal drafting

Negotiation skills

Knowledge of AML / CFT regulations

Understanding of MiCA

Education

Law degree (LLB or equivalent)

Job description

Senior Legal Counsel - (Crypto Licensing UAE & Europe Focus)

Minimum Experience : 3 years (internships + full-time roles)

Work Mode : Remote or Onsite (Dubai)

As our Senior Legal Counsel, you will lead crypto licensing applications across the UAE (VARA, ADGM, DIFC) and Europe (BaFin, CSSF, AMF, etc.). You will guide the business through complex regulatory requirements and collaborate directly with consultants and regulators.

Key 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

Requirements :

• Minimum 3 years of legal experience (can include internships)
• Strong exposure to UAE crypto regulation and European frameworks (e.g., MiCA, BaFin)
• Excellent legal drafting and negotiation skills
• Law degree (LLB or equivalent); UAE / EU bar admission is a plus

Senior Legal Counsel • Dubai, United Arab Emirates