Regulatory Affairs and Licensing Lead

Regulatory Affairs and Licensing Lead - Argentina Tether Operations Limited Join Tether and Shape the Future of Digital Finance. At Tether, we’re not just building products, we’re pioneering a global financial revolution. Our cutting‑edge solutions empower businesses—from exchanges and wallets to payment processors and ATMs—to seamlessly integrate reserve‑backed tokens across blockchains. By harnessing the power of blockchain technology, Tether enables you to store, send, and receive digital tokens instantly, securely, and globally, all at a fraction of the cost. Transparency is the bedrock of everything we do, ensuring trust in every transaction. About the job: Tether and its affiliated entities (e.g. Bitfinex) are searching for an organized self‑starter to join our Regulatory and Licensing team. The successful candidate will report directly to the Head of Regulatory Affairs & Licensing – Latin America, serving as the primary point of contact for regulatory and licensing matters within Argentina. This senior position is designed for professionals with proven experience engaging with or working within financial regulators, supervisory authorities, or policy‑making bodies. The ideal candidate combines strategic insight with hands‑on execution, demonstrates a diplomatic, solutions‑oriented approach in navigating complex regulatory environments, and is able to anticipate regulatory changes and adapt strategies proactively to evolving market and legal environments. You will represent the company in regulatory discussions, contribute to regional initiatives under the guidance of the Head of Regulatory Affairs & Licensing – Latin America, and ensure local implementation aligns with the company’s broader Latin American regulatory objectives. To succeed in this role, the incumbent will continuously strive to self‑develop and enhance their skill sets – understanding the Company’s products and services, blockchain technology, crypto‑assets and the regulatory requirements. Engage with industry associations, chambers and other stakeholder groups to promote innovation and collaboration. Responsibilities: Regulatory Strategy Development: develop and execute regulatory strategies, identify preferable markets in the region for operation, and ensure local implementation aligns with Tether’s broader Latin American regulatory objectives. Regulatory Advocacy and Collaboration: participate in regulatory agency interactions, engage with relevant regulatory authorities, industry bodies and policymakers to shape the regulatory landscape for stablecoin issuers, and advocate for policies that promote innovation while ensuring safety and compliance. Actively contribute to public consultations, working groups and industry forums, maintaining a high standard of professionalism and institutional diplomacy. Policy Analysis and Guidance: provide analysis on local regulatory proposals, advise the business on potential regulatory risks and opportunities, drive initiatives to influence regulatory frameworks and monitor for change across regulations to ensure proactive compliance. Produce concise internal policy briefs and recommendations to inform senior management decision‑making. Regulatory Approval Process: contribute to the process of obtaining necessary license approvals in identified markets, support preparation and coordination of documentation and responses to regulatory inquiries, ensuring strategic consistency and accuracy. Cross‑functional Leadership: collaborate with internal teams (e.g., expansion, legal, compliance, finance) to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and proactively address emerging regulatory challenges. Serve as the local regulatory lead, ensuring effective communication and alignment with regional priorities. Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years regulatory experience within the financial services or crypto‑asset industry. Preferred: Minimum of 5–8 years regulatory experience within financial services, fintech or crypto‑asset industries. Ability to apply knowledge of key regulatory frameworks in Argentina both strategically and operationally and provide direction to resolve complex regulatory issues. Demonstrated diplomatic skills and ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships. Expertise in preparing regulatory analysis, including the preparation and execution of interactions with regulatory authorities, such as regulatory consultation response submissions. Proven experience working with or within regulatory authorities (e.g., central banks, financial supervisory agencies or ministries of finance) is strongly preferred. Demonstrated ability to draft or contribute to public policy responses, regulatory filings or industry position papers. Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience in public speaking and representing companies in regulatory discussions. Must be a strong team player, willing to be fully engaged with key stakeholders both in our company and with our partners, capable of working collaboratively and independently, with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Fluency in English and native proficiency in the local language of Argentina. University degree. Advanced degree in Law, Economics, Political Science or a related field preferred. Important information for candidates: Recruitment scams have become increasingly common. To protect yourself, please keep the following in mind when applying for roles: Apply only through our official channels. We do not use third‑party platforms or agencies for recruitment unless clearly stated. All open roles are listed on our official careers page. Verify the recruiter’s identity. All our recruiters have verified LinkedIn profiles. If you’re unsure, confirm their identity by checking their profile or contacting us through our website. Be cautious of unusual communication methods. We do not conduct interviews over WhatsApp, Telegram or SMS. All communication is done through official company emails and platforms. Double‑check email addresses. All communication from us will come from emails ending in @tether.to or @tether.io. We will never request payment or financial details. If someone asks for personal financial information or payment at any point during the hiring process, it is a scam. Report it immediately. 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