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 Legal Counsel at Bitpanda, you will play a key role within the Broker Legal team, supporting a wide range of white label, product-related and regulatory initiatives across the Bitpanda Group. You will advise on innovative financial products, assist with the development and rollout of new offerings, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements in a rapidly evolving fintech environment.

 What you’ll do

• Act as a trusted legal advisor for product and regulatory matters, supporting white-label projects, product innovation, and rollout across Bitpanda’s ecosystem.
• Partner cross-functionally with Product, Compliance, Operations, and Marketing to ensure legally sound and compliant business operations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents, including white-label agreements, terms and conditions, policies, and regulatory filings.
• Provide regulatory and commercial guidance on partnerships and financial products, including financial instruments, e-money, and crypto services.
• Enhance legal governance by developing internal processes, coordinating with regulators and external counsel, and supporting marketing, financial promotions, and vendor activities.

Who you are

• Education: Completed law degree (Master/Diploma), preferably from an Austrian or German university, with a solid foundation in , commercial. civil, corporate, and regulatory law. Fluency in German and English (both written and spoken) is essential.
• Experience: 2–3 years of post-graduate professional experience in a law firm or as in-house counsel, preferably within a regulated financial institution or fintech company.
• Expertise: Sound understanding of financial products, digital platforms, and the legal frameworks governing crypto-assets, financial instruments and e-money.
• Skills: Analytical thinker with strong drafting skills, pragmatic approach to problem-solving, and the ability to translate complex legal concepts into actionable guidance.
• Mindset: Proactive, detail-oriented, and adaptable team player with excellent communication skills and the confidence to work independently when required.

What’s in it for you

• Hybrid-working model with 25-Work From Anywhere days*
• Competitive total compensation package including participation in our stock option plan
• Market-leading benefits programs shaped  by our Time & Flexibility policies*
• Company-wide and team events — both in-person and virtually!
• Bitpanda swag to keep you living the brand.
• Comprehensive onsite onboarding program at our Vienna HQ.

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.

* These benefits may be adjusted at Bitpanda’s discretion and do not apply to our internships and exceptions to our Hybrid Working policy apply to teams with shift schedules or for folks whose roles require them to be in-office (think: Workplaces team or IT).