EU Head of Government Relations

Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. We are trusted by over 230 million people in 100+ countries for our industry-leading security, user fund transparency, trading engine speed, deep liquidity, and an unmatched portfolio of digital-asset products. Binance offerings range from trading and finance to education, research, payments, institutional services, Web3 features, and more. We leverage the power of digital assets and blockchain to build an inclusive financial ecosystem to advance the freedom of money and improve financial access for people around the world.

Our Government Relations (GR) team is responsible for high-level, strategic engagement with external stakeholders globally, including but not limited to, political office holders, governmental bodies, trade and industry associations, ministries, and non-governmental organizations.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the monitoring of and engagement with developments in policy making and regional sentiment and their impact on the industry
• Lead MiCA and DORA consultation work, policy making and support implementation to business
• Lead policy engagement with ESMA and prudential EU regulators regarding blockchain-focused regulatory initiatives and implementation
• Oversee projects across a wide range of topics including regulatory outreach, engagement, and planning and coordinating events and meetings
• Collaborate with external stakeholders and field requests and queries from partners
• Engage with external stakeholders and help them understand major product developments, launches, policy changes, or technology updates
• Work cross-functionally with teams across legal, compliance, product, technology, communications and others to understand priorities and develop custom projects where necessary
• Serve as the government relations and policy spokesperson for Binance Europe

Requirements:

• At least 10 years of experience working in the EU region leading a GR team or within government or political bodies, public interest groups, or relevant industry associations in the region
• Prior blockchain and/or cryptocurrency policy experience with the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA)
• Prior blockchain and/or cryptocurrency policy experience with at least one key EU prudential regulator (central bank, financial services authority, etc.)
• Strong understanding of MiCA legislation and Level 2 measures
• Strong understanding of the crypto industry and technologies, the policy, and political environments that surround them
• Work experience at European Commission and/or ESMA strongly preferred
• Work experience at a blockchain and/or cryptocurrency-focused EU policy body or advocacy group strongly preferredIn depth knowledge and understanding of the region's social and political dynamics
• Ability to get up to speed quickly on complex technical and regulatory issues
• Ability to lead campaigns and to work independently as well as leading a team
• Preferably French and English fluency