Head of Regulation

2 days ago

Ramat Gan, Tel Aviv, Israel Okoora Full time ₪120,000 - ₪240,000 per year

Description
Okoora is seeking a senior regulatory and legal leader to oversee all compliance, legal and licensing aspects of the company's operations in Israel and internationally. This role combines strategic legal guidance with hands-on regulatory execution, ensuring Okoora operates safely, efficiently, and in full alignment with financial regulations while supporting rapid global expansion.

Key Responsibilities
Regulation and Licensing (Israel):

  • Ensure full compliance with the company's Payment Services Provider License and Investment Marketing License.
  • Act as the company's Compliance Officer, responsible for overseeing adherence to all regulatory requirements.
  • Lead all communications with Israeli regulators (Capital Market Authority, Bank of Israel, Israel Securities Authority).
  • Supervise and guide the compliance team to maintain operational alignment with license obligations.

Compliance Team Management

  • Lead the compliance department, including two compliance specialists.
  • Define company-wide compliance policies and frameworks.
  • Ensure business teams operate under clear regulatory boundaries while enabling commercial agility.

Global Regulatory Framework Development

  • Design and execute Okoora's international regulatory roadmap.
  • Identify and pursue licensing opportunities in other regions through direct applications or partnerships with licensed entities (agents / partners).
  • Build the legal architecture that enables Okoora to operate, partner, and scale globally under compliant structures.

Legal Leadership

  • Oversee all corporate legal matters including commercial agreements, partnerships, investments, employment, and governance.
  • Manage external counsels in Israel and abroad.
  • Provide legal support for business transactions, fundraising, and strategic initiatives.

Executive Support

  • Advise the CEO and management on legal and regulatory issues related to growth, investments, and global operations.
  • Represent Okoora in discussions with regulators, investors, and strategic partners.

Requirements

  • Over 5 years of experience in legal and regulatory compliance within the financial and fintech industries
  • Proven track record managing licensing processes with Israeli regulators (Capital Market Authority, Bank of Israel, ISA).
  • Demonstrated experience establishing regulatory frameworks for international operations (including through agents or partnerships).
  • Strong commercial and financial acumen.
  • Experience managing regulatory or legal or teams.
  • Excellent written and spoken English; ability to draft and review complex legal documents.
  • Ability to work directly with C-level management and board members.

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