Legal Associate

Your Purpose 

As Legal Associate, you will play a crucial role in supporting the legal department's efforts to ensure legal and regulatory compliance, and provide legal guidance in the rapidly evolving landscape of the fintech industries. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a cutting-edge environment while contributing to Bitso's growth and success.

You will be working closely with the Legal Manager for Argentina as well as with the wider legal and compliance teams. 

Reports To

Argentina Legal Manager

Who You Are  

• Between 2 – 4 years graduated from top tier law school in Argentina.
• Eager to learn and acquire new skills.
• Interest in corporate law, financial regulation, labour, marketing law and technology.
• Great communication skills, both written and oral. Ability to communicate legal concepts to members outside the legal team.
• Good and reliable team player.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.
• Ability to work cross functions with other teams within Bitso.
• Very organized, punctual and committed with deadlines.
• Ability to draft and negotiate agreements.
• Ability to draft policies and internal documentation.
• Adaptability and experience working under high demand.
• Communicative and pro-active.
• Ability to work independently.

What You Will Do 

• General Corporate Matters:
• Draft and review a wide range of contracts.
• Assist with corporate governance matters such as drafting board minutes and resolutions, and ensuring filings are up to date with the relevant authorities.
• Assist in completing due diligence requests from our partners, vendors and service providers.
• Draft answers to authority requests. 
• Assist with labor law matters. 
• Assist with consumer law issues.
  
  
• Legal Research and Analysis:
• Assist in conducting research on various legal issues, such as regulatory requirements and more.
  
  
•  Legal and Regulatory Compliance:
• Stay up-to-date with evolving regulations and guidelines related to crypto assets, blockchain technology and financial services.
• Assist in developing and implementing compliance policies and procedures to ensure the company's operations align with relevant laws and regulations.
• Assist in preparing and submitting regulatory filings and reports as required by relevant authorities.

Research in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion suggests that individuals may hesitate to apply for jobs if they do not meet all the listed criteria. At Bitso, we value diversity and your unique strengths could be just what we're looking for. If this role excites you but you don't match every point in the description, we still want to hear from you.

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