Remote Head of Government Relations

Summary

Join Binance's Government Relations team as we accelerate cryptocurrency adoption and increase the freedom of money. Our fast-paced, mission-driven organization offers endless opportunities to learn and excel.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of experience working in the EU region leading a GR team or within government or political bodies, public interest groups, or relevant industry associations in the region
• Prior blockchain and/or cryptocurrency policy experience with the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA)
• Prior blockchain and/or cryptocurrency policy experience with at least one key EU prudential regulator (central bank, financial services authority, etc.)
• Strong understanding of MiCA legislation and Level 2 measures
• Strong understanding of the crypto industry and technologies, the policy, and political environments that surround them
• Work experience at European Commission and/or ESMA strongly preferred
• Work experience at a blockchain and/or cryptocurrency-focused EU policy body or advocacy group strongly preferred
• In depth knowledge and understanding of the region's social and political dynamics
• Ability to get up to speed quickly on complex technical and regulatory issues
• Ability to lead campaigns and to work independently as well as leading a team
• Preferably French and English fluency

Responsibilities

• Lead the monitoring of and engagement with developments in policy making and regional sentiment and their impact on the industry
• Lead MiCA and DORA consultation work, policy making and support implementation to business
• Lead policy engagement with ESMA and prudential EU regulators regarding blockchain-focused regulatory initiatives and implementation
• Oversee projects across a wide range of topics including regulatory outreach, engagement, and planning and coordinating events and meetings
• Collaborate with external stakeholders and field requests and queries from partners
• Engage with external stakeholders and help them understand major product developments, launches, policy changes, or technology updates
• Work cross-functionally with teams across legal, compliance, product, technology, communications and others to understand priorities and develop custom projects where necessary
• Serve as the government relations and policy spokesperson for Binance Europe

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible working hours, remote-first, and casual work attire