Legal Counsel (Regulatory & Licensing)

Company: BTSE
Location: Taipei
Salary: $112K–$188K
Type: Full-time, On-site

About BTSE

BTSE Group is a leading global fintech and blockchain company committed to building innovative technology and infrastructure. BTSE empowers businesses and corporate clients with advanced tools to excel in a rapidly evolving market. BTSE has pioneered numerous trading technologies widely adopted across the industry, setting benchmarks for innovation, performance, and security in fintech. BTSE's diverse business lines serve both retail (B2C) and institutional (B2B) clients.

About the Role

Navigating the global regulatory patchwork is our biggest challenge and opportunity. This role is dedicated to securing our global footprint by leading license applications and building an ironclad bridge between Legal and our Compliance/AML teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and project-manage applications for VASP, MiCA, MSB, and other regional financial licenses globally
• Monitor, analyze, and brief the executive team on shifting global crypto regulations (e.g., SEC, CFTC, FCA, MAS developments)
• Partner closely with the Compliance team to translate regulatory requirements into concrete operational policies and audit-ready workflows

Requirements

• Qualified lawyer
• At least 3 years of experience specializing in financial regulation
• Deep knowledge of crypto regulatory frameworks, traditional fintech structures, or payment service laws
• Exceptional relationship-building skills for interacting with regulators, meticulous attention to detail, and a proactive approach to risk management
• Hands-on and independent in managing complex projects while working as part of a team
• Great communication skills in both English and Chinese
• Familiar with crypto use cases

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package
• Various team-building programs and company events
• Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants