Regulatory Counsel - Türkiye

About the role

As a Regulatory Counsel at Binance, you will focus on legal and regulatory matters specific to Turkey. Your responsibilities will include advising on compliance, product launches, and maintaining relationships with stakeholders while ensuring adherence to Turkish financial laws.

You will work closely with both local and global teams, providing guidance on various projects and managing relationships with external counsel and regulatory authorities. Success in this role will involve proactively identifying challenges and proposing effective solutions to support Binance's business objectives.

The salary range for this position is between $30,000 and $50,000, reflecting the competitive nature of legal roles in the crypto sector.

Who this role suits

• You have a strong legal background with 5-10 years of experience in financial services or crypto sectors.
• You are qualified to practice law in Turkey and have experience with local regulatory authorities.
• You thrive in fast-paced environments and can manage multiple priorities effectively.
• You are passionate about FinTech innovation and cryptocurrency adoption in Turkey.

From the employer

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise on regulatory perimeter assessments, licensing and registration applications, product compliance, regulatory investigations, advertising, and consumer protection matters specific to Turkey’s financial and crypto regulatory framework.
• Support local and global business teams on product launches, marketing campaigns, and promotional activities by providing legal/regulatory guidance, drafting product terms, and ensuring compliance with Turkish regulatory requirements.
• Maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders through effective contract management, budget oversight, and timely legal advice.
• Keep abreast of the latest developments in Turkish laws and regulations affecting crypto, FinTech, and blockchain industries, providing strategic, forward-looking advice to foster compliance and mitigate risks.
• Proactively identify legal and regulatory challenges and propose practical solutions to support business objectives.
• Collaborate closely with legal teams across different time zones to provide seamless, around-the-clock legal support.
• Manage relationships with external counsel and regulatory authorities in Turkey.
• Represent the company in legal proceedings or regulatory matters in Turkey when required, safeguarding the company’s interests.

Requirements:

• Qualified to practice law in Turkey.
• 5-10 years of post-qualification experience, preferably with a focus on financial services, FinTech, crypto, or blockchain sectors.
• Law degree from a reputable university; advanced degrees (e.g., Master’s in Financial or Technology Law) are a plus.
• Experience working in a top-tier law firm or in-house legal team with exposure to Turkish financial regulatory authorities.
• Strong knowledge of Turkish financial, crypto, and consumer protection regulations.
• Proven ability to work independently and pragmatically in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Excellent project management skills and ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams across multiple locations and cultures.
• Strong time management skills to handle multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Passionate about FinTech innovation and cryptocurrency adoption in Turkey.

Additional:

• 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 (the arrangement may vary depending on the work nature of the business team).