Develop, implement, and maintain the company's compliance program and policies to ensure adherence to all relevant laws, regulations, and standards.
Monitor and interpret regulatory developments and advise senior management on potential impacts to the company.
Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to identify and mitigate compliance risks.
Lead and manage regulatory compliance efforts and the local compliance team in Italy.
Drive the implementation and maintenance of MiCA in Italy, including local policies, procedures, and systems.
Provide guidance and training to staff and partners on regulatory matters.
Liaise with regulatory authorities and external auditors; manage regulatory examinations and reporting.
Serve as primary point of contact for regulatory compliance-related matters and represent Mercuryo with Italian regulators.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders (Legal, Finance, Operations, IT) and external partners (banks, industry associations).
Be a sandbox partner to the Product Team to support product releases and enhancements.
Monitor, test, and analyse the effectiveness of the compliance program and implement improvements.
Serve as strategic partner to senior management, overseeing operations in Italy and contributing to business expansion.
Work with global teams to execute local market activities and foster the local digital asset ecosystem.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or higher in law, business and economics, or a related field.
Minimum of 8 years of experience in regulatory compliance (96 months), ideally with a regulatory body.
Professional experience with regulators such as CONSOB, BdI, etc.
Experience in crypto-asset, fintech, or financial instruments markets preferred.
Solid understanding of MiCA, MiFID II, PSD2, and EMD2.
Good understanding of 2nd Line compliance oversight areas, in particular regulatory compliance and consumer protection.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Fluent in English.
Proven track record of developing and implementing compliance strategies, frameworks, and controls (preferred).
Legal, compliance, or financial qualifications (advantageous).
Comfortable working autonomously in a small team and sharing knowledge.
Benefits
Competitive market rate salary and performance-based incentives.
22 days annual leave with an additional 6 company days, plus bank holidays.
Comprehensive health insurance plans.
Extensive benefits program.
Flexible work schedule and remote work options.
Modern offices and co-working spaces across 6 countries.
Working equipment.
Professional development and training opportunities.
Opportunity to shape the initiatives you’re working on.
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