Managing Director (Head of MiCA Compliance & Legal)

Cryptonow is seeking an experienced Managing Director to lead MiCA Compliance and Legal as a member of the Management Body and Board of Directors. You will own the company's MiCA license end-to-end, lead the AML function, and mature the governance framework as the business scales. This is a hands-on role requiring comfort in regulatory meetings, policy drafting, and team management.

What you'll do

• Own and maintain the existing MiCA license, ensuring ongoing compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Act as the primary point of contact with the regulator (FMA) on all license-related matters
• Coordinate with external legal counsel on regulatory filings, interpretations, and license conditions
• Monitor regulatory developments in MiCA and DORA-related EU and national guidance, assessing their impact on the business
• Prepare and submit required regulatory reports, notifications, and disclosures
• Manage and oversee the AML team, ensuring the AML/CFT framework is effective and current
• Ensure ongoing compliance with AML obligations including KYC, transaction monitoring, suspicious activity reporting, and risk assessments
• Act as or work closely with the Money Laundering Officer (AMLO and Deputy AMLO)
• Liaise with the FMA and other authorities on AML-related matters
• Drive improvements to the company's governance structure, policies, and internal control framework
• Support the design and implementation of committees, reporting lines, and escalation processes appropriate for a regulated entity
• Ensure documentation including policies, procedures, and organisational charts reflects actual practice and regulatory expectations
• Support internal and external audits as well as regulatory reviews and inspections
• Manage the legal and regulatory aspects of the gift card business line
• Assess licensing, e-money, and payment services implications for the gift card business, coordinating with external counsel as needed
• Review contracts, terms and conditions, and partner agreements relevant to the gift card business
• Act as a bridge between business teams and legal/compliance, translating regulatory requirements into practical operational guidance
• Support new product and business initiatives with regulatory input from the outset using a compliance-by-design approach
• Maintain relationships with external law firms, auditors, and consultants, managing related budgets
• Contribute to regulatory horizon-scanning and internal training on compliance topics
• Support fit and proper assessments and internal governance filings for management and key function holders
• Prepare board and management reporting on regulatory and compliance matters
• Support incident management and regulatory breach reporting where relevant
• Contribute to the company's risk management framework covering compliance and regulatory operational risk

What you bring

• A degree in Law, Finance, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in regulatory affairs, compliance, or legal roles within financial services, payments, or crypto-assets
• A solid understanding of MiCA, AML/CFT requirements, and Austrian and EU financial regulation
• Experience communicating directly with regulators such as the FMA and managing outside counsel
• Team leadership experience managing an AML team or similar function
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with business, product, and finance teams
• Fluency in German and English

What we offer

• A key role with real ownership over compliance and legal strategy, not just a supporting function
• Work from our Vienna or Baar office, both located in vibrant, well-connected fintech and crypto hubs
• A collaborative team that values judgment and craftsmanship
• The opportunity to work on cutting-edge crypto and fintech infrastructure at a licensed, regulated, EU-compliant company
• Competitive compensation
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

About Cryptonow

Cryptonow makes crypto easy and accessible for everyone through the European Cryptonow Brokerage Platform and Crypto Voucher Cards. The company holds an MiCA license from the FMA (Financial Market Authority), ensuring compliance with the highest EU regulatory standards. With offices in Austria and Switzerland, Cryptonow has been a pioneer in the industry since 2017.