Public Policy and Regulation, Senior Manager

Working At Bitso

We are a diverse team that takes pride in understanding the perspectives of others. We fully embrace working remotely and we are eager to act, improve and accelerate progress inside and outside of our organization.

To drive revolutionary changes in society and make crypto useful, we delight our customers with world-class products, deep care, and intentional empathy.

Your Purpose 

The Public Policy, Compliance and Regulation Senior Manager will play a pivotal role within the Corporate Affairs team, overseeing the development and execution of Bitso's public policy strategies in Mexico. You will leverage your strong expertise in financial regulation to act as a key intermediary between internal teams (Legal, Compliance, Product, Marketing and others) and government authorities.

Your responsibilities will include researching, analyzing, and shaping policies that align with Bitso’s objectives while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks.

You will guide teams on navigating regulatory processes and communicate effectively with government agencies, regulators, and external stakeholders to ensure smooth interactions. Additionally, you will be responsible for government communications related to regulatory issues, ensuring Bitso’s influence and compliance are maintained in the regulatory landscape.

Reports To

Head of Institutional Relations

Who You Are 

• At least 8 years of experience in government policy, with a focus on financial regulation and compliance in Mexico.
• Previous experience in the financial sector or tech industry.
• Passionate about Crypto.
• Strong in regulatory communication, acting as an intermediary between teams and authorities.
• Active listener with the ability to guide teams through regulatory processes.
• Established relationships with government authorities
• Knowledge in Ley Fintech.
• Highly responsible, organized, and disciplined, with outstanding attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively synthesize, visualize and communicate your ideas to others in English.
• Based in Mexico City, full-time availability.

What You Will Do 

• Lead Regulatory Compliance Strategy: Utilize your deep expertise in Mexican financial regulation to ensure compliance across all business operations, navigating complex legal and policy landscapes.
• Bridge Between Internal Teams and Authorities: Act as the main point of contact between internal teams (Legal, Compliance mostly, also  Product, Marketing or Communication) and regulatory authorities, ensuring seamless communication and understanding.
• Guide Teams Through Regulatory Processes: Provide leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams, helping them understand and navigate regulatory frameworks efficiently.
• Manage Government Relations: Leverage established relationships and connections with key authorities like Banxico, CNBV, Condusef and UBVA, handling all government communication related to regulatory matters on behalf of the company.
• Communicate Effectively: Utilize your strong communication skills and active listening to represent the company’s interests and foster productive discussions with external stakeholders.

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.

Who We Are

With over 9 million users, Bitso is the leading cryptocurrency platform in Latin America. We are developing the cryptocurrency ecosystem in the region and enabling financial inclusion. We believe crypto is the future of finance, and we’re committed to making it useful by providing equal access to safe and intuitive financial products.

When we hire people for our team, we specifically test for the following traits in addition to our cultural values:

• Mission-Driven: We seek individuals who are passionate about crypto and Bitso’s mission and resilient in facing industry challenges

• High Sense of Urgency: We prioritize candidates who demonstrate a high sense of urgency and responsibility.

• Exceptional Hard Skills: We seek individuals who possess exceptional skills in their respective fields, with no room for mediocrity.

• Self-Management: We look for individuals who can independently manage their work, career, and professional development.

Compensation & Benefits

At Bitso, you are taking the front seat on the edge of crypto innovation, creating the next generation of crypto-powered products.

So for those willing to commit, adapt and pioneer the most important change of the century we offer:

• Me Time program, including unlimited paid time off.
• Remote-first work environment.
• Employee Stock Option program.
• Zero trading fees through our Bitso Alpha app.
• Extended Family Leave Policy: all birthing parents, non-birthing parents and adopting parents are eligible for a 4-months leave.
• Premium health, dental and life insurances in Mexico, Gibraltar, Colombia, USA, Brazil and Argentina.
• Monthly stipend for gym memberships, relaxation activities, sports equipment, cooking classes, books, entertainment and more.

Want to leave an undoubtedly legacy with us? Fasten your seatbelt and join this spaceship, where you will find exponential growth and the opportunity to thrive!

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