Our client — an emerging FinTech preparing to obtain an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) license in Latvia — is seeking an experienced Chief Executive Officer to guide the company through the regulatory application and early-stage setup. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned financial professional to contribute strategic oversight, credibility, and direction during the licensing process — while maintaining flexibility to balance other professional commitments.

🔍 Responsibilities:

• Represent the company as the official CEO for the EMI license application process.

• Oversee preparation and submission of regulatory documentation to the Central Bank of Latvia.

• Collaborate with the UBOs and key personnel (CFO, CTO, MLRO) to align business, compliance, and technology plans.

• Support the development of the company’s business model, risk framework, and operational policies.

• Provide strategic insights on governance, compliance, and organizational design.

• Participate in building the company’s structure and readiness for post-licensing growth.

• Offer leadership and direction in defining long-term operational and strategic priorities.

🎓 Requirements:

• Proven leadership experience within a regulated financial institution (EMI, API, PSP, Bank..).
  

• Strong understanding of Latvian and EU financial regulations, especially EMI frameworks.

• Previous involvement in financial licensing process will be considered a strong advantage.

• Strategic mindset with practical knowledge of compliance, governance, and financial operations.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with founders, regulators, and international stakeholders.

• Comfortable in a part-time, advisory role.

• Resident of Latvia.

• Fluency in Latvian, Russian, and English.

✨ The Employer offers:

• Flexible part-time engagement (during licensing phase).
  

• Competitive remuneration in the €3,000–€8,000/month range, based on profile and level of involvement.
  

• B2B contract with potential to transition into employment after licensing approval.
  

• Opportunity to shape an EMI from its inception and influence strategic direction.
  

• Collaboration with international founders and industry professionals.

• High trust, autonomy, and long-term growth potential post-license.