Senior Legal Counsel

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Zürich, CHE
In-Office
Senior level
Blockchain • Fintech • Payments • Software • Financial Services • Cryptocurrency
The Role
Senior legal expert within the Legal & Regulatory team advising on crypto, regulatory and corporate governance matters. Lead strategic, group-wide legal projects, coordinate with regulators (FINMA, BaFin), draft and negotiate agreements, manage external counsel, support international market expansion, and advise Executive Board and Board of Directors on legal and regulatory issues.
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Crypto Finance Group, part of Deutsche Börse Group, provides professional digital asset solutions to institutional clients. The Group comprises Crypto Finance AG, regulated by FINMA in Switzerland, offering trading, custody, and wallet services, as well as Crypto Finance (Deutschland) GmbH, regulated by BaFin in Germany, offering trading and custody services. In January 2025, Crypto Finance secured a MiCAR license for the European market as one of the first providers in the EU. Crypto Finance AG is a SIX-approved crypto custodian for ETP issuers.

For more information, please visit our website at About us - Crypto Finance

As part of the General Counsel Legal Team of Crypto Finance AG, you will have the opportunity to gain experience in various aspects of legal and regulatory matters in a highly innovative and dynamic environment. You will also obtain deep know-how of crypto-related legal and regulatory requirements, making this a great opportunity to enhance your legal expertise in the increasingly growing digital assets industry, and build the foundation for your further career. The starting date is as soon as possible at our office on the 24th floor of the Prime Tower in Zurich.

Responsibilities
  • Act as a senior legal expert within the Legal & Regulatory team, taking ownership of complex legal and regulatory matters and working closely with the Head of Legal & Regulatory
  • Take responsibility for strategic, group‑wide legal projects in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
  • Coordinate communication with regulatory authorities (e.g., FINMA, BaFin) and handle related requests
  • Provide high‑quality legal and regulatory advice across all business areas, including corporate governance matters
  • Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents; manage and instruct external counsel where needed
  • Support the Group’s international expansion by providing legal and regulatory guidance for new markets, including regions such as LATAM
  • Act as a key legal counterpart for institutional clients and their Legal teams
  • Contribute to business‑critical decision‑making processes from a legal and regulatory perspective
  • Help maintain and further develop the legal and regulatory framework for the Group companies
  • Monitor and assess relevant legal and regulatory developments, ensuring timely updates to internal stakeholders
  • Support the Head of Legal & Regulatory, the Executive Board, and the Board of Directors in legal and regulatory matters affecting the Group

Requirements
  • 3-5 years of experience as Legal & Regulatory Counsel, ideally with exposure to financial regulation or related areas; project management experience is highly desired
  • A master’s degree in Law or “Lizenziat” in Law from a Swiss University;
  • Admission to the Swiss bar is preferential
  • Knowledge of Web 3.0 and DLT is a strong asset
  • Experience working in an international and fast‑evolving environment, ideally within financial services, fintech, or technology
  • Proven ability to work in a structured, pragmatic, and efficient manner while maintaining high quality
  • A dynamic person with a positive attitude and strong motivational skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Self-driven, results-oriented, and hands-on, with an attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both German and English

Benefits
  • Be part of an international, fast-paced blockchain and fintech team led by experienced professionals
  • Shape the future of finance while working at the cutting edge of B2B digital asset solutions
  • Contribute to a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with flat hierarchies
  • Take on meaningful responsibility with room for learning and professional growth
  • Gain deep industry insights and make a tangible impact
  • Join regular company-wide meetings, knowledge-sharing sessions, and team events
  • Enjoy a modern and central workplace in Zurich with top-tier infrastructure

Our culture

At the heart of our company, we prioritize:

  • Innovation and Continuous Learning
  • Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing
  • Entrepreneurial Spirit and Flat Hierarchies
  • Values such as Excellence, Delivery, Ownership, Passion, and Unity

Please note:

  • We do not accept CVs from recruiting or staffing agencies.
  • Due to the Swiss labor legislation, we can only accept applicants who have the right to work in Switzerland (are in possession of a Swiss work permit or are EU/EFTA citizens). All other applications will not be considered.
  • If this is the position for you, and you have a Swiss work permit and/or EU citizenship, please send us your complete application, incl. cover letter, CV, and references.

Skills Required

  • 3-5 years of experience as Legal & Regulatory Counsel
  • Master's degree in Law or Lizenziat in Law from a Swiss University
  • Admission to the Swiss bar
  • Knowledge of Web 3.0 and DLT
  • Project management experience
  • Experience working in international, fast-evolving environments (ideally financial services, fintech, or technology)
  • Proven ability to work in a structured, pragmatic, and efficient manner while maintaining high quality
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills; excellent written and verbal communication in German and English
  • Self-driven, results-oriented, hands-on, with attention to detail
  • Right to work in Switzerland (Swiss work permit or EU/EFTA citizenship)
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The Company
HQ: Zurich
233 Employees
Year Founded: 2017

What We Do

About Crypto Finance Crypto Finance Group, part of Deutsche Börse Group, provides professional digital asset solutions to institutional clients. The Group comprises of Crypto Finance AG, regulated by FINMA in Switzerland, which offers trading, custody, and wallet services, as well as Crypto Finance (Deutschland) GmbH, regulated by BaFin in Germany, which offers trading and custody. As of January 2025, Crypto Finance (Deutschland) GmbH secures MiCAR License for the European Market as one of the first Providers in the EU. Crypto Finance AG is a SIX approved crypto custodian for ETP issuers. For more information, please visit: www.crypto-finance.com

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