Junior Legal Counsel

Who we are 

We simplify wealth creation. Founded in 2014 in Vienna, Austria by Eric Demuth, Paul Klanschek and Christian Trummer, we’re 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 a Junior Legal Counsel, you will play a key role in supporting Bitpanda’s Legal Team, assisting in corporate development, regulatory compliance, and the establishment of new products and business models. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic fintech environment while developing expertise in corporate and financial law, regulatory frameworks, and contract drafting.

What you’ll do 

As a member of Bitpanda’s Legal Team, you will work closely with senior colleagues, supporting a wide range of legal and regulatory matters while building a strong foundation for Bitpanda’s international operations. Your responsibilities will include:

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various legal documents, including contracts, terms & conditions, internal policies, and regulatory filings.
• Assisting in regulatory matters and financial services regulation, including MiCAR and MiFID2 topics, as well as product structuring, corporate governance and intellectual property.
• Providing legal support on diverse topics such as token projects, financial instruments, commercial partnerships, marketing compliance, and dispute resolution.
• Conducting legal research and preparing risk assessments on regulatory developments relevant to Bitpanda’s business.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Compliance, Product, Marketing, and Operations, to ensure legal and regulatory alignment.

Who you are 

• Education: A law degree from an Austrian, German, or Swiss university with a strong focus on corporate law, civil and civil procedural law, or financial regulation including MiFID 2 and crypto-asset regulation (additional knowledge in IT law, intellectual property, capital markets, or litigation is a plus).
• Experience: 1-3 years of professional experience in an international law firm or in-house legal team, ideally with exposure to financial services, fintech, or corporate law.
• Strong interest in fintech, digital assets, and financial markets, with a desire to expand knowledge in crypto-assets, trading, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, international environment.
• A team player with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset, able to work independently when required.
• Languages: Fluent in German and English, with the ability to work effectively in both languages.

What’s in it for you

• We're proud of our flexible working model that includes 2 days (minimum) working from the local Hub, plus 60 Work From Anywhere days annually
• Total compensation package including participation in our Bitpanda stock option plan
• Competitive benefits programs and policies shaped by our flexibility-first philosophy 
• Exclusive premiums when trading on Bitpanda
• Company-wide and team events — both in-person and virtually!
• Bitpanda swag to keep you living the brand

And, above all, the opportunity to learn and grow as part of Bitpanda’s incredible journey towards being Europe’s future #1 investment platform.

Bitpanda is committed to fostering a fair and equal environment based on trust and mutual respect. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is paramount to our success and we are committed to building a team that represents a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.