Legal Counsel

Pyth Data Association is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel with a strong background in crypto, fintech, and financial regulation, particularly within Switzerland. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive legal and regulatory support across international operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, effective risk management, and strong internal governance.

Requirements

• Law degree and bar admission in Switzerland or an equivalent European jurisdiction
• Minimum 5-6 years of post-qualification experience in financial services, fintech, or crypto
• Proven expertise in Swiss financial and crypto regulation, SROs (e.g., VQF), and AML compliance
• Experience working in or advising audited companies with structured internal control systems
• Familiarity with data privacy, contract law, and governance frameworks
• Experience managing external counsel and regulatory relationships
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills in English
• Experience in the financial data industry is an advantage
• Understanding of the legal structure of financial data and products, including the intellectual property (IP) of financial data across various instruments, is a plus