Non-Executive Director, Spain

TLDR

Provide independent oversight and strategic counsel as a Non-Executive Director to ensure governance and compliance during the transition to full MiCAR authorization.

CEX.IO is seeking a distinguished Non-Executive Director to join the Board of our Spanish entity, CEX.IO Europe S.L. 
As we navigate the landmark transition to full MiCAR authorization, you will serve as a critical pillar of our governance framework.
Your role is to provide independent oversight, high-level strategic counsel, and a 'constructive challenge' to the Executive Management team. 

You will hold a primary fiduciary responsibility to ensure that our operations maintain the highest standards of financial integrity and regulatory excellence.


Key competences:

  • Governance experience with a track record in Senior Executive (and/or Non-Executive board member) roles, along with an understanding of corporate governance issues.
  • Deep understanding of EU financial regulatory environments; prior experience with VASP or MiCAR-adjacent frameworks is highly valued.
  • The ability to remain objective and provide a fiduciary check-and-balance to the executive team.
  • Must be a tax resident of Spain, providing the "operational substance" required for regional licensing.  

Main focus:

  • Provide a high-level ‘strategic overview’ of the Spanish market, ensuring local operations align with CEX.IO’s global vision.
  • Help executive directors in identifying hidden problems or external factors that may negatively impact our local business and its profitability
  • Ensure strict adherence to the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR) and local Spanish financial mandates.
  • Advise on and validate the development of robust risk management and internal control systems.
  • Participate actively in Board meetings and specialized committees, providing knowledgeable arguments within a broader strategic context.

This is a part-time opportunity. You will be expected to dedicate sufficient time to the proper performance of your duties, which should amount to at least ~ 2 days per month.

CEX.IO is a cryptocurrency exchange that provides various financial services in the digital asset space. Targeting users and businesses involved in cryptocurrency trading, CEX.IO is dedicated to enhancing regulatory compliance by obtaining the necessary licenses under European law.

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