Legal Counsel

Pyth Data Association is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel with a strong background in crypto, fintech, and financial regulation , particularly within Switzerland . The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive legal and regulatory support across international operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, effective risk management, and strong internal governance. This role requires a legal expert with hands-on experience navigating Swiss financial regulations , SRO memberships (e.g., VQF) , and AML frameworks , alongside a strong understanding of international regulatory environments (US, EU). Key Responsibilities Contractual & Commercial Work • Draft, review, and negotiate agreements, including: • Grant agreements • Service Level Agreements • Token agreements • Terms & Conditions for online platforms and rewards programs Support commercial teams with legally sound and business-oriented solutions. Regulatory & Compliance • Advise on Swiss and international (EU, US) crypto, fintech, and financial regulations. • Manage and maintain compliance with SRO memberships and AML regulations. • Develop, review, and maintain internal compliance policies (AML/KYC, data privacy, conflict of interest, internal controls, etc.). • Liaise with regulators, auditors, and external legal advisors where needed. Governance & Risk Management • Support internal governance frameworks, including policy creation and regular updates. • Assess and manage legal and regulatory risks aligned with business objectives and the risk profile of the crypto industry. • Contribute to audit and internal control processes to ensure ongoing regulatory readiness. • Maintain and organize the company’s legal database, contract repository, and agreement calendar. External Counsel & Research • Conduct regulatory research and provide concise internal guidance. • Manage external legal counsel effectively, balancing quality, efficiency, and cost. • Stay up to date on evolving crypto, fintech, and financial regulatory developments. Qualifications & Experience • Law degree and bar admission in Switzerland or an equivalent European jurisdiction. • Minimum 5-6 years of post-qualification experience in financial services, fintech, or crypto. • Proven expertise in Swiss financial and crypto regulation, SROs (e.g., VQF), and AML compliance. • Experience working in or advising audited companies with structured internal control systems. • Familiarity with data privacy, contract law, and governance frameworks. • Experience managing external counsel and regulatory relationships. • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to maintain internal legal processes and documentation. • Strong communication skills in English. • Experience in the financial data industry is an advantage. • Understanding of the legal structure of financial data and products, including the intellectual property (IP) of financial data across various instruments, is a plus Personal Attributes • Strategic mindset with pragmatic, solution-oriented approach. • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-risk, and evolving regulatory environment. • Independent, reliable, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively. • High ethical standards and sound judgment in business decision-making.