Senior Specialist, Compliance - MICAR
As a Senior Compliance Specialist, you will play a central role in upholding and enforcing a high-standard regulatory compliance culture across the organisation. You will ensure that the company adheres to all applicable obligations under German and EU laws and regulations, with a particular focus on MiCAR, as well as relevant German frameworks and other supervisory requirements. This includes supporting a strong second line of defence, operating independently from operational functions, and acting as a key point of contact for regulatory compliance and governance matters as well as performing controls according to the compliance control plan. Your position is critical in ensuring that internal practices, policies, and controls not only meet but exceed regulatory expectations, supporting Bitpanda’s sustainable growth and reputation as a trusted operator in the crypto-asset and financial services space.
- Support the effectuation of a robust compliance monitoring programme aligned with MiCAR requirements and broader EU and national regulatory expectations.
- Act as a key contact for regulatory topics, ensuring accurate submissions, timely reporting, and continuous monitoring of relevant regulatory developments, with a strong focus on MiCAR and crypto-asset regulations.
- Identify and escalate compliance breaches, support corrective actions, and contribute to ongoing compliance risk assessments.
- Draft and maintain compliance policies, contribute to management and Board reporting on compliance risks, and support training initiatives to embed regulatory awareness across teams.
- Promote integrity, transparency, and accountability, fostering a strong culture of ethical compliance throughout the organisation.
- Degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related field (required)
- At least 2 years of experience in compliance within financial services, fintech, or crypto sectors (required)
- Good understanding of MiCAR, EU regulatory frameworks, and crypto-asset compliance requirements (preferred)
- Able to work independently, exercise sound judgement, and support senior stakeholders with well-founded compliance input (required)
- Strong analytical and documentation skills with high attention to detail (required)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex regulatory topics clearly while maintaining confidentiality and integrity (required)
- Fluent in German and English (required)
- 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.
- Location-specific benefits designed to make life at Bitpanda even more rewarding wherever you are.
Bitpanda is on a mission to reinvent the world of finance and bring investing closer to everyone, everywhere. Today’s financial ecosystem is complex, exclusive and expensive, and we’re here to change this as the #1 investment platform in Europe and beyond. Our platform is rooted in the belief that investing should be safe, easy and accessible to all. With Bitpanda, everyone has the freedom and flexibility to invest in what they believe in — commission-free stocks, cryptocurrencies or even precious metals — starting from as little as $1. Our story started in 2014 with our founders, Eric Demuth, Paul Klanschek, and Christian Trummer. Since then, we’ve grown to a powerful and diverse team of over 550 people who represent more than 50 nationalities. Headquartered in Vienna, we’re proud to be Austria’s first unicorn and one of the fastest-growing fintechs in Europe. Our innovative technology serves over 5 million users and operates across multiple hub locations. Our products are built by fast-moving, talented, “roll-up-your-sleeves-and-make-it-happen” kind of people. 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.
