Legal counsel (Payments) at Utorg

About the role

About Utorg Founded in 2019, Utorg builds the infrastructure behind stablecoin payments: on/off-ramps, self-custodial wallets, and crypto cards. Over 2 million users across 130+ countries already buy, hold, and spend crypto through our app. On the B2B side, the same rails power 2,100+ platforms, with $2.4B+ moved to date. Fully MiCA-authorized across the EEA. PCI DSS Level 2 certified. Backed by Dragonfly, TA Ventures, and Hypra. Key Responsibilities Contract Management: Draft, review, and assist in negotiating commercial agreements with payment service providers (PSPs), software vendors, and third-party suppliers. Compliance & KYB Support: Provide hands-on support for Know Your Business (KYB) procedures, including verifying and onboarding corporate partners. Policy Development: Assist in preparing, updating, and implementing internal corporate policies, rules, and compliance frameworks (e.g., AML/CFT policies). Legal Research: Conduct detailed analytical research on global and regional legislative developments to support business expansion and product compliance. Requirements & Qualifications Strong analytical mind: Ability to dissect complex legal texts, identify potential risks, and propose structured solutions. Industry Awareness: A solid, business-level understanding of the cryptocurrency, blockchain, and fintech sectors. Foundational Understanding: A clear conceptual understanding (rather than deep operational proficiency) of European licensing regimes, specifically MiCA, MiFID, and EMI/PSD. Compliance Frameworks: Good knowledge of international AML (Anti-Money Laundering) regulations and the Crypto Travel Rule. Originally posted on Himalayas