Junior Associate – Fintech and Financial Services

Due to continued growth, we are currently seeking to recruit a Junior Associate or Regulatory Professional with a keen interest within the area of Fintech & Digital Assets Regulatory. This is a dynamic and rapidly developing area of law where regulatory frameworks continue to evolve.

The Job

We are looking for an individual who is intellectually curious, enjoys analysing complex and emerging regulatory issues, and can develop practical, commercially minded solutions in areas where there may be limited precedent. While a legal background is desirable, we also welcome applications from candidates with relevant experience in fintech, financial services regulation, compliance, risk, policy, or related fields who can contribute valuable expertise to our growing practice.

Working closely with a Senior Associate, you will gain early, hands-on experience assisting clients on cutting-edge regulatory matters while contributing to the continued growth of our Fintech and Financial Services practice.

Key Responsibilities:

Conducting legal research on crypto/digital assets and financial services regulation, verified against primary sources, including legislation, regulatory guidance, and case law, and reasoning through open questions where guidance is limited or still emerging;
Drafting memoranda, legal opinions, and regulatory reference materials, primarily relating to MiCA and payments and e-money frameworks, including PSD2 and EMD2;
Helping to design and improve the practical tools and reference materials provided to clients, while bringing fresh ideas on how complex regulation can be presented clearly and usefully;
Supporting licensing and authorisation applications and related correspondence with regulators;
Assisting with crypto-asset classification analyses, including more ambiguous cases that require careful and innovative reasoning;
Tracking and summarising regulatory developments across relevant EU and international jurisdictions, and considering their potential implications for clients;
Contributing to the development of the Firm’s expertise and reputation in Fintech & Financial Services-related legal areas, while supporting business development efforts; and
Promoting a collaborative, team-oriented environment in line with the Firm’s core values.

Requirements

The preferred candidate for this role should possess:

A law degree or another relevant qualification in financial services regulation, fintech, or a related discipline;
At least two years experience in Fintech & Financial services, or a related area is desirable. Candidates with less experience who demonstrate strong interest, aptitude, and a commitment to developing their career within Fintech and digital assets will also be considered;
Excellent written and spoken English; proficiency in additional languages will be considered an asset;
Strong drafting and legal research skills, with excellent attention to detail;
An inquisitive and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to analyse novel legal questions where established guidance may be limited; and
A passion for crypto/digital assets and innovation.
Exposure to MiCA, payments and e-money regulatory work, and familiarity with EU financial services legislation would be considered a plus
The ability to manage multiple tasks, work independently, and meet tight deadlines effectively

What We Offer

As a fast-growing and highly respected firm, WH Partners offers a dynamic and friendly environment, fostering growth and career opportunities for all employees. Company benefits include:

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