MICAR Compliance Specialist

We simplify wealth creation. Founded in 2014 in Vienna, Austria by Eric Demuth, Paul Klanschek and Christian Trummer, we are here to help people trust themselves enough to build their financial freedom — for now and the future. Our user-friendly, trade-everything platform empowers both first-time investors and seasoned experts to invest in the cryptocurrencies, crypto indices, stocks, precious metals and commodities they want — with any sized budget, 24/7. Our global team works across different cultures and time zones, bringing our products to more than 6 million customers, making us one of Europe’s safest and most secure platforms that powers modern investing. Headquartered in Austria but operating across Europe, our products are built by fast-moving, talented, “roll-up-your-sleeves-and-make-it-happen” kind of people. It’s these diverse perspectives and innovative minds operating as ONE TEAM that keep Bitpanda at the cutting edge of our industry. So if you’re someone who thinks big, moves fast and wants to make an impact right from day one, then get ready to join our industry-changing team. Let’s go!

### Your Mission As MiCAR Compliance Specialist, you will play a central role in upholding and enforcing a high-standard regulatory compliance culture across the organisation. You will ensure that the company adheres to all its obligations under the MiCAR, its national implementations and other relevant supervisory requirements. This includes: - Establishing a strong second line of defence, acting independently from operational functions and being the key point of contact for regulatory compliance and governance, while supporting the respective Compliance officers. - Supporting the implementation and ongoing maintenance of MiCAR requirements across relevant entities. - Ensuring timely and accurate regulatory submissions, notifications, and reporting under MiCAR. - Supporting supervisory interactions, preparing documentation for competent authorities, and coordinating responses to regulatory inquiries. - Supporting the embedding of MiCAR requirements into the internal control framework. - Performing independent checks and control reviews, maintaining compliance trackers, and contributing to internal compliance reporting and governance oversight. - Monitoring MiCAR Level 2/3 developments (RTS, ITS, ESMA/EBA guidance), assessing regulatory impact, and supporting practical implementation across functions. - Providing regulatory support to CPL Officers, maintaining documentation and audit trails, and promoting a culture of transparency, accountability, and regulatory awareness across the organisation.

### Who you are - Degree in Law, Business, Finance, Compliance or related field, with a minimum of 3 years of experience in financial regulation, compliance, or crypto regulation. - Proven involvement in regulatory projects and implementation workstreams within financial services, fintech or crypto environments. - Strong understanding of EU financial market regulation, with familiarity or practical experience in MiCAR considered a significant asset. - Exposure to supervisory interactions and regulatory reporting processes, with the ability to navigate complex multi-entity regulatory environments. - Ability to translate regulatory requirements into clear, operationally feasible processes and controls. - Experienced in supporting the implementation of compliance frameworks. - Strong analytical capabilities with a high level of accuracy in documentation. - Strong interest in crypto-assets and/or financial regulation. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of explaining complex regulatory requirements in a comprehensible manner, including a professional approach when interacting with internal stakeholders and supervisory authorities.

### What’s in it for you - Flexibility to work where you thrive – Enjoy the freedom of our Hybrid working model, combining onsite collaboration and remote work, with an additional 25 days per year to work from a city or country of your choice. - Receive a competitive total compensation package aligned with Bitpanda’s pay-for-impact policy, including participation in our stock option plan. - Access confidential coaching, counselling, and mental health resources whenever you need them through OpenUP. - Take extra time off to rest, reset, and recharge, with 3 additional days off in 2026 to prioritise your wellbeing. - Grow your skills and stay ahead in your career with unlimited access to Udemy’s library of online courses at your own pace. - Enjoy discounts, rewards, and perks from partners worldwide across lifestyle, wellness, tech, and travel. - Take advantage of our additional 8 weeks of gender-neutral new parent leave to welcome and bond with your new addition to the family. - Set up your home office exactly how you want it with a dedicated budget for comfort and productivity. - Pandas in Vienna, Bucharest, Barcelona, and Berlin can enjoy free onsite dining, with freshly prepared lunches and snacks to keep you fuelled and focused all day long. - Celebrate milestones and achievements with recognition and rewards for your Tenure at Bitpanda. - Access exclusive Bitpanda-branded merchandise and gear to represent. - Join unforgettable company events, from our Winter Party in Vienna to summer gatherings worldwide, fostering fun, connection, and celebration.

Bitpanda is a leading European fintech platform founded in 2014 that provides a user-friendly interface for investing in cryptocurrencies, stocks, commodities, ETFs, and other digital assets. It serves millions of users with a focus on simplicity, security, and accessibility for both beginners and experienced investors.