Regulatory Counsel - LATAM Remote Position

About the Role

We are seeking a Regulatory Counsel - LATAM Remote to join our dynamic team at Binance, the leading global blockchain ecosystem. This role is pivotal in navigating the complex regulatory landscape across Latin America. As a Regulatory Counsel, you will lead regulatory approval, authorization, and licensing efforts, ensuring that Binance remains compliant while driving innovation in the cryptocurrency space.

What You'll Do

• Lead regulatory approval, authorization, and licensing efforts across LATAM jurisdictions, including detailed legal analysis and application management.
• Develop and implement Binance’s strategic regulatory approach tailored to the LATAM market.
• Partner closely with business teams to support the launch and growth of new products and services in LATAM, balancing commercial goals with regulatory compliance.
• Establish and maintain strong, effective relationships with LATAM regulators and government authorities.
• Monitor, interpret, and communicate regulatory developments and trends in the LATAM cryptocurrency and financial sectors.
• Provide clear, practical legal advice to navigate complex LATAM regulatory environments.
• Take a proactive, hands-on role in shaping Binance’s regulatory strategy and decision-making in the region.

Requirements

• Qualified to practice law in one or more LATAM jurisdictions.
• Minimum 6 years post-qualification experience, with significant exposure to financial institutions and regulatory matters in LATAM.
• Experience from a reputable law firm combined with relevant in-house legal experience in the LATAM region.
• Strong knowledge of financial products including spot trading, margin trading, futures, options, and payments relevant to LATAM markets.
• Demonstrated active interest and understanding of the cryptocurrency industry and its regulatory landscape in LATAM.
• Proven experience managing financial product lifecycles from initiation to launch within LATAM is highly desirable.
• Excellent team collaboration skills with the ability to work cross-functionally across diverse teams.
• Ability to provide actionable legal guidance in complex and evolving regulatory environments.
• Proactive, hands-on approach with a strong leadership mindset to influence strategic decisions.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English, along with proficiency in Spanish or Portuguese.

What We Offer

• Shape the future with the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem.
• Collaborate with world-class talent in a user-centric global organization with a flat structure.
• Tackle unique, fast-paced projects with autonomy in an innovative environment.
• Thrive in a results-driven workplace with opportunities for career growth and continuous learning.
• Competitive salary and company benefits.
• Work-from-home arrangement, which may vary depending on the business team's nature.