Head of Regulatory Affairs – Tether Data

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Head of Regulatory Affairs – Tether Data

Company

Lifelancer

Job description

Job Title: Head of Regulatory Affairs – Tether Data (Fully Remote, Worldwide)Job Location: Great Britain, United KingdomJob Location Type: RemoteJob Contract Type: Full-timeJob Seniority Level:Since its inception in 2014 by pioneering Bitcoin enthusiasts, Tether has not only launched the first ‘stablecoin’, USD₮, but also expanded its horizons into Tether Data, Tether Power, Tether Edu, and more. Our platforms and tokens lead in liquidity, stability, and innovation, setting the foundation for the future.Tether is committed to the extraordinary, seeking out and nurturing technologies that push the human kind forward. Our vision encompasses all horizons of innovation, promising a legacy of progress and transformation. Our team thrives on ambition, creativity, and resilience. Together, we tackle challenges, drive technological advancements, and build solutions that democratize access to finance, education, data and technology for individuals, businesses and governments around the globe.Tether is seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Regulatory Affairs to design and execute global regulatory strategies for our Tether Data business vertical. At Tether Data, we are committed to pioneering advancements in AI and peer-to-peer (P2P) technologies. Our mission is to innovate and lead in the creation of technological solutions that empower people, communities, cities and countries to become more independent and sovereign. In a world constantly changing and becoming more unpredictable, technology should be used to ensure freedom and respect of human rights, rather than capturing people’s private digital lives.Thanks to its investment in AI infrastructure, starting from Northern Data, Tether is now in a prime position to tackle ambitious AI projects. Our goal is to build the next generation of AI models, leading innovation in AI, through an accessible, transparent and privacy preserving approach. We are also fueling breakthroughs in P2P technology, where we reduce infrastructure costs and enhance global communications with cutting-edge solutions like KEET, our flagship app that redefines secure and private data sharing.Our dynamic team operates entirely remotely, uniting talent from every corner of the globe. Our journey has been marked by rapid growth and efficient operations, firmly establishing us as pioneers within the industry. Join us in building AI and P2P models and solutions that not only compete with but exceed the capabilities of current leaders, driving both technological advancement and broad accessibility.What You’ll DoPolicy Monitoring, Analysis and Guidance: Monitor, analyse and communicate changes in global regulatory policies, and advise executive leadership on potential regulatory risks and opportunities, while driving initiatives to influence regulatory frameworks as well as monitoring for change across regulations to ensure proactive compliance where required.Regulatory Advocacy and Thought Leadership: Leading or participating in regulatory agency interactions and advocacy work regarding legislation relevant to this field. Engaging with relevant regulatory authorities, industry bodies, collaborative communities, and policymakers to shape the regulatory landscape for AI and P2P.Regulatory Strategy Development: As appropriate, leading the development and execution of regulatory strategies, identifying preferable market/s from which to operate, and to ensure the company’s readiness for compliance with relevant national and international regulations.Cross-functional Leadership and Product Development: Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., R&D, legal, compliance) in both Tether and with our partners to to integrate regulatory considerations into the design and deployment of AI models and technologies, as applicable.Thought Leadership: Act as a thought leader both externally and within the organization, educating internal teams on regulatory issues, trends, and best practices in the AI and P2P space.

• Proven experience in a senior regulatory role, ideally within the technology, AI, or digital industries.
• Strong knowledge of global AI regulations, data privacy laws (e.g., GDPR), and emerging trends in AI and P2P governance.
• Track record of successfully engaging with regulators and policy makers to shape industry policies in relevant industries or sectors.
• Added to the above, a demonstrated ability and appetite to apply the above knowledge in frontier / alternative markets such as Latin America.
• Expertise in preparing complex regulatory documents and other major regulatory submissions, including the preparation and execution of interactions with regulatory authorities.
• Communication: Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience in public speaking and representing companies in regulatory discussions.
• Must be a strong team player, and willing to be fully engaged with key stakeholders both in Tether but also with our partners. Must be a hands-on professional capable of working collaboratively and independently, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Legal, compliance, or policy background with a deep understanding of ethical AI principles is a plus.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, Policy, Computer Science, or related fields.

Additional Skills:

• Fluency in a second language is a plus, notably Spanish.
• Experience working in smaller / startup companies, having an appreciation for their limitations and unique operating environments is highly desirable.
• A technical background, ideally with experience in computer science or related fields.

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Location

London

Job date

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 23:22:08 GMT

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