Senior Legal and Compliance Operations Specialist

BitPay

1d • Remote

About The Position

BitPay, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Senior Legal and Compliance Operations Specialist to join their team. Reporting to the Head of Legal, this role is crucial for coordinating day-to-day processes related to legal operations, regulatory licensing, and corporate governance. The specialist will contribute to a rapidly evolving industry, working closely with the Head of Legal, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Compliance Officer, regulators, and external partners. This position is critical for ensuring strong cross-functional communication and cultivating a compliance-first culture to support the company’s growth.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in compliance, regulatory operations or licensing within cryptocurrency, fintech or other regulated financial service environments.
• Filings in NMLS and other state filing systems.
• Experience coordinating payment licensing applications and filings such as US state MTLs and MU2 filings.
• Experience communicating with regulatory agencies.
• Strong organizational discipline and project management, specifically with coordination between cross functional leaders and tracking timeline / deliverables

Nice To Haves

• Crypto or fintech knowledge preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordination of MTL and other state registration applications and ongoing maintenance, including applications, renewals, maintenance filings, change notifications.
• Assist with foreign licensing matters and information gathering across stakeholders.
• Ensure all information as requested by regulators is tracked, gathered, reviewed, and delivered in a timely manner, including licensing trackers, regulatory calendars, and maintenance and organization of documentation.
• Ensure all licensing requirements are kept up to date and stakeholders are notified of upcoming requirements.
• Maintenance and organization of all corporate documents, e.g. organizational documents, resolutions, authorizations.
• Assist with due diligence questionnaires and track review cycles, documentation collection, and coordinate with relevant stakeholders.
• Tracking and documenting board and committee meetings.
• Inventory and maintenance of the company's centralized policy hub ensuring version control of policies, procedures, and other documents.
• Liaison between internal stakeholders and external parties.
• Supporting Legal, Finance, and Compliance for other operational needs.

Benefits

• Collaborate with a team of intelligent, enthusiastic individuals
• Thrive in a rapidly expanding crypto company with global reach, where your contributions make a tangible impact
• Work remotely with a generous vacation policy, including the opportunity to take a sabbatical and select your own holidays
• Access to continuous learning and development opportunities, supported by professional development reimbursement
• We offer 100% employer-paid medical and dental and a robust benefits package that includes telemedicine, life and disability insurance, vision coverage, 401(k), travel assistance, and more
• Option to receive payment in cryptocurrency, along with a crypto match program
• Stock option awards are available to all employees
• Home office allowance, reimbursement for internet/cell expenses, and complimentary Amazon Prime and Spotify subscriptions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees