Regulatory Counsel

Binance

Regulatory Counsel assisting with legal and regulatory matters in Turkey's FinTech and crypto sectors. Providing expert support on compliance and strategic initiatives for global teams.

Posted 5/18/2026full-timeRemote • 🇹🇷 TurkeyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

What you’ll need

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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and company benefits
Work-from-home arrangement (the arrangement may vary depending on the work nature of the business team)

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Hard Skills & Tools

regulatory perimeter assessmentslicensing and registration applicationsproduct compliancecontract managementbudget oversightlegal adviceproject managementlegal proceedingsregulatory investigationsdrafting product terms

Soft Skills

strong working relationshipseffective communicationindependent workpragmatic problem-solvingtime managementcoordination with cross-functional teamsability to handle multiple prioritiesadaptability in fast-paced environmentsstrategic thinkingcollaboration

Certifications

qualified to practice law in Turkeylaw degreeadvanced degrees in Financial or Technology Law