Regulatory Licensing Manager

• Monitor and stay up-to-date with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards related to licensing requirements for payment institutions, e-money institutions and virtual asset service providers in EEA, UK and beyond.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the organization's licensing needs and requirements.
• Collaborate with internal departments (such as legal, compliance, operations, and finance) to gather necessary information and documentation for licence applications.
• Liaise with external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, to understand and comply with their licensing procedures and requirements.
• Prepare and submit licence applications, ensuring accuracy and completeness of all required information.
• Monitor the progress of licence applications, follow up with regulatory agencies, and address any queries or concerns that arise during the process.
• Coordinate with relevant departments to ensure timely submissions, renewal of licences and permits.
• Maintain a centralized database of all licences, permits, and related documentation, ensuring compliance with record-keeping requirements.
• Collaborate with the Legal and Compliance teams in conducting periodic audits to identify any gaps or non-compliance issues related to licensing requirements and implement corrective actions.
• Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders on licensing requirements, processes, and best practices.
• Proactively identify opportunities to streamline the licensing process and implement efficient workflows.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with regulatory agencies and other external stakeholders to facilitate the licensing process and address any issues or concerns.
• Prepare reports and presentations on licensing activities, status, and compliance for management and regulatory authorities as required.
• Ensure confidentiality and security of sensitive information related to licensing activities.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as business administration, regulatory affairs, or law. A master's degree or additional certifications related to regulatory affairs is a plus.
• Previous experience (5+ years) in regulatory affairs, compliance, legal or a related field, with a focus on licence or regulatory management.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards pertaining to licensing requirements in payments, e-money and virtual asset services industries.
• Strong understanding of regulatory agencies' processes and requirements for licence applications, renewals, and compliance.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills to review and verify accuracy of licence applications and related documentation.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal departments, external stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities to address issues and make sound judgments related to licensing matters.
• Proficient computer skills and experience working with licence management software or databases.
• Strong ethical conduct and ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Knowledge of risk management principles and experience in implementing risk mitigation strategies related to licensing activities.

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