Legal Counsel (Expansion & Licensing)

JustMarkets is a global multi-asset broker that has been shaping the industry since its founding in 2012. We work with clients in more than 160 countries. JustMarkets is on a mission to create a convenient and transparent trading environment so that everyone can reach their full investment potential. We strive to offer superior spreads, execution, and service.

As we continue to grow and expand our global presence, we are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Corporate Lawyer to support our legal operations across multiple jurisdictions.

Join JustMarkets and become part of a forward-thinking international team where your expertise and leadership will directly contribute to the company’s long-term success and innovation in the financial industry.

Requirements:

• Master Degree in Law (international law, corporate law, or finance law)
• At least 2 years in a legal role with a focus on international financial services, multi-asset brokerage, and/or VASP
• Strong knowledge of international laws, with experience in multi-jurisdictional compliance
• Experience with account openings and relationship management for EMIs, banks, and PSPs
• Hands-on crypto licensing experience: MiCA/CASP (or readiness projects), VASP
• Experience designing global structures and tax planning (with tax advisors)
• Strong analytical capability: scenario analysis calculating timelines and risks, providing management recommendations with clear rationale
• Confident preparation of regulatory packs and engagement with regulatory authorities
• Intermediate level of English

Responsibilities:

• Group structure strategy & Licensing:
  Handling structural solutions for the business: model alternatives (legal forms, ownership chains, IP contours, payment flows), assess tax and regulatory implications
  Ensure company compliance with regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions
  Support licensing applications for new markets, with the focus on VASP licenses
• Contracts & Agreements:
  Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, including client agreements, partnership contracts, vendor agreements, and NDAs, ensuring all terms protect the company’s interests
  Provide expert legal counsel on complex international contracts and cross-border agreements, focusing on the сompany`s protection, dispute resolution, and regulatory adherence
• Account Opening & Account Maintenance Processes:
  Manage and facilitate account openings with Banks, EMIs, PSPs and other financial institutions to support business needs
  Conduct due diligence and oversee compliance checks required for account applications with financial and crypto institutions
  Maintain and strengthen relationships with financial institutions , ensuring ongoing compliance with their requirements
• Risk Management & Litigation:
  Identify, assess, and manage legal risks associated with multi-asset brokerage and crypto activities, collaborating with the compliance team to mitigate risks effectively
  Oversee any disputes or litigation, coordinating with external counsel and ensuring the company’s interests are represented and safeguarded

Will be a plus:

• Diploma-level professional qualification in Compliance or AML (e.g., ICA, ACAMS, CISI)
• Experience with CFD/FX brokers, MiFID II, or payments licensing
• Launching offices/entities in different locations, cooperation and negotiations with regulators

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