Job Description
Who we are
We simplify wealth creation. Founded in 2014 in Vienna, Austria by Eric Demuth, Paul Klanschek and Christian Trummer, we’re here to help people trust themselves enough to build their financial freedom — for now and the future. Our user-friendly, trade-everything platform empowers both first-time investors and seasoned experts to invest in the cryptocurrencies, crypto indices, stocks*, precious metals and commodities* they want — with any sized budget, 24⁄7. Our global team works across different cultures and time zones, bringing our products to more than 7 million customers, making us one of Europe’s safest and most secure platforms that powers modern investing.
Headquartered in Austria but operating across Europe, our products are built by fast-moving, talented, “roll-up-your-sleeves-and-make-it-happen” kind of people. It’s these diverse perspectives and innovative minds operating as ONE TEAM that keep Bitpanda at the cutting edge of our industry. So if you’re someone who thinks big, moves fast and wants to make an impact right from day one, then get ready to join our industry-changing team. Let’s go!
Your Mission
As a Legal Counsel, you will play a pivotal role in driving Bitpanda’s legal strategy, taking ownership of commercial development, regulatory compliance, and the establishment of new products and business models with a strong focus on scaling our B2B2C solution, Bitpanda Enterprise. This role provides an excellent opportunity to take on high-impact responsibility in a dynamic fintech environment, leading complex legal projects and shaping the future of digital asset regulation.
What you’ll do
- Contract Ownership & Negotiation: Drafting, reviewing, and independently negotiating complex commercial agreements, with a particular emphasis on B2B client contracts, enterprise partnerships, SaaS agreements, and service level agreements (SLAs).
- Regulatory & Product Advisory: Leading regulatory work streams and structural product design, specifically focusing on financial services regulation (including MiCAR, MiFID II, and capital markets law) to support both retail and B2B product expansions.
- Strategic Legal Support: Providing end-to-end legal guidance on complex initiatives, including token projects, structured financial instruments, strategic corporate partnerships, marketing compliance, and dispute resolution.
- Regulatory Risk Management: Proactively monitoring, analyzing, and assessing regulatory developments affecting Bitpanda’s business, translating complex legal frameworks into actionable business strategies and mitigation plans.
- Cross-Functional Leadership: Partnering as a trusted legal advisor with cross-functional leadership teams, including Corporate Partnerships, Product, Compliance, Marketing, and Operations, to ensure alignment with corporate goals and regulatory requirements.
Who you are
- Education: A law degree from an Austrian, German, or Swiss university with an advanced focus on corporate law, commercial law, or financial regulation (including MiFID II and crypto-asset regulation).
- Experience: 2–4 years of professional experience in an international law firm or an in-house legal department preferably within the fintech, financial services, or traditional banking sector.
- Enterprise & B2B Expertise: Proven track record of handling B2B/Enterprise commercial transactions, corporate partnerships, and navigating complex institutional client requirements.
- Industry Interest: Deep understanding of and strong passion for fintech, digital assets, and financial markets, with a proven ability to master evolving regulatory frameworks.
- Languages: Full professional proficiency in German and English (written and spoken).
What’s in it for you
- Flexibility to work where you thrive – Enjoy the freedom of our Hybrid working model, combining onsite collaboration and remote work, with an additional 25 days per year to work from a city or country of your choice.
- Reward for your impact – Receive a competitive total compensation package aligned with Bitpanda’s pay-for-impact policy, including participation in our stock option plan.
- Support for your mental wellbeing – Access confidential coaching, counselling, and mental health resources whenever you need them through OpenUP.
- Time to recharge – Take extra time off to rest, reset, and recharge, with 3 additional days off in 2026 to prioritise your wellbeing.
- Continuous learning and growth – Grow your skills and stay ahead in your career with unlimited access to Udemy’s library of online courses at your own pace.
- Exclusive perks and rewards – Enjoy discounts, rewards, and perks from partners worldwide across lifestyle, wellness, tech, and travel.
- Support during life milestones – Take advantage of our additional 8 weeks of gender-neutral new parent leave to welcome and bond with your new addition to the family.
- Fuel and focus on-site – Pandas in Vienna, Bucharest, Barcelona, and Berlin can enjoy free onsite dining, with freshly prepared lunches and snacks to keep you fueled and focused all day long.
- Recognition for your contributions – Celebrate milestones and achievements with recognition and rewards for your Tenure at Bitpanda.
- Show your Bitpanda pride – Access exclusive Bitpanda-branded merchandise and gear to represent.
- Connect and celebrate with your team – Join unforgettable company events, from our Winter Party in Vienna to gatherings worldwide, fostering fun, connection, and celebration
.…and even more location-specific benefits designed to make life at Bitpanda even more rewarding wherever you are.
Above all, you will have the opportunity to learn and grow as part of Bitpanda’s incredible journey towards being Europe’s future #1 investment platform.
