Head of Regulatory Affairs - AI and P2P (100% remote)

About the Job

Tether is seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Regulatory Affairs to design and execute global regulatory affairs 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.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Policy Advocacy, 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 markets 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 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. Legal, compliance, or policy background with a deep understanding of ethical AI principles is a plus.
• Demonstrated understanding of decentralised, self‑sovereign and locally executed AI/P2P architectures—and the regulatory implications of these models—distinct from traditional centralised platform approaches.
• Demonstrated experience working with regulators and government bodies advocating and advising in a regulatory capacity, with demonstrated achievements securing favourable policy positions on behalf of another organisation.
• Expertise in preparing complex regulatory documents and other major regulatory submissions, including the preparation and execution of interactions with regulatory authorities.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, Policy, Computer Science, or related fields.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesise complex regulatory topics for non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders across borders and time zones.
• 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 our company but also with our partners. Must be a hands‑on professional capable of working collaboratively and independently.