Caspar Miller
Senior Legal Advisor
Berlin
Summary
Dynamic legal professional with a strong background in finance, AI, technology, intellectual property, risk and compliance, data protection, and international contracts negotiations. First legal hire for unicorn Fintech and developed legal/regulatory model that functioned across all EU/EEA jurisdictions with confirmations and dealings with over 15 regulatory bodies. Assisted in multiple M&A/funding activities. Established compliance programs across various companies and jurisdictions. Passionate about delivering strategic legal and regulatory advice to drive business success and mitigate risk across all areas. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Legal Lead
Gigs GmbH
Berlin
10.2023 - 5 2024
- Negotiated and drafted complex commercial contracts with largest telecom providers in USA and UK.
- Onboarded and negotiated contracts with 5 Fintech companies as well as one of the largest online banks globally.
- Developed comprehensive compliance program and business continuity, ensuring adherence to all relevant regulations and laws.
- Collaborated with cross-functional departments to develop policies that mitigate risk while supporting business objectives.
Head of Legal & Regulatory
Brighter AI Technolgies GmbH
Berlin
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Oversaw, researched, and implemented all legal and regulatory aspects of company's business focusing on international data privacy regulations as well as developing AI laws across more than 20 jurisdictions
- Assisted management in legal corporate matters involved in day-to-day operations and created internal compliance documentation and processes.
- Continuously monitored changes in laws and regulations, ensuring timely updates to company policies and procedures to maintain compliance.
Senior Legal Advisor, Director
Raisin GmbH
Hamburg
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Assisted General Counsel with merger between Raisin GmbH and Deposit Solutions GmbH (now Raisin GmbH)
- Built 3 tailored solutions that addressed their unique concerns and needs
- Developed policies and procedures for maintaining regulatory compliance across all business units
Senior Legal Advisor, Director
Deposit Solutions GmbH
Hamburg
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Led legal and regulatory aspects of company's expansion to operate its B2C and B2B activities in over 10 new jurisdictions
- Successfully led legal workflow in launching business in USA, UK, Switzerland, and multiple EU jurisdictions
- Created unique contracts for 5 jurisdictions identifying jurisdiction-specific requirements (e.g consumer protection, data privacy, taxation) for B2B offerings
- Managed and oversaw external law firms in approaching prudential authorities on regulatory issues and compliance across 10 jurisdictions
- Negotiated contracts with 3 largest B2B clients (EU banks with retail consumer bases of more than one million customers operating in multiple jurisdictions)
Director of Strategic Initiatives (CEO Office)
Deposit Solutions GmbH
Hamburg
01.2020 - 07.2020
- Handled large portfolio of potential partners (more than 100 entities)
- Synthesized necessary information for CEO to support decision-making process and managed 2 strategic projects
Corporate Regulatory Advisor, Director
Deposit Solutions USA
New York
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Worked with CEO of USA entity on necessary topics for setting up US subsidiary
- Assisted all departments in avoiding and mitigating risks with issues related to legal, regulatory and compliance
- Worked with 2 external law firms to produce necessary regulatory documentation, contracts, and navigation of extensive governmental requirements on both state and federal level
Corporate Legal Advisor, Senior Manager
Deposit Solutions GmbH
Hamburg
08.2016 - 08.2019
- First legal hire for company following Series B funding round
- Created legal foundations and requisite analysis for all EU and EEA countries for cross-border retail deposit platform during growth/expansion of company
- Approached prudential authorities to receive regulatory confirmations in 10+ jurisdictions
- Helped onboard 20+ banking partners across 7 jurisdictions
Education
Master of Law & Business -
Bucerius Law School
Hamburg, Germany 08.2015 - 06.2016
J.D. - International Law
Whittier Law School
Costa Mesa, California 08.2012 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - History
Kenyon College
Gambier, Ohio 08.2003 - 05.2007
Skills
Contract Negotiations
Data Privacy (GDPR)
AI Regulations
Financial Services
Regulatory Compliance
Payments Regulations
AML & Sanctions Compliance
Timeline
Legal Lead
Gigs GmbH
10.2023 - 5 2024
Head of Legal & Regulatory
Brighter AI Technolgies GmbH
07.2022 - 07.2023
Senior Legal Advisor, Director
Raisin GmbH
06.2021 - 07.2022
Director of Strategic Initiatives (CEO Office)
Deposit Solutions GmbH
01.2020 - 07.2020
Corporate Regulatory Advisor, Director
Deposit Solutions USA
09.2019 - 12.2019
Senior Legal Advisor, Director
Deposit Solutions GmbH
08.2019 - 06.2021
Corporate Legal Advisor, Senior Manager
Deposit Solutions GmbH
08.2016 - 08.2019
Master of Law & Business -
Bucerius Law School
08.2015 - 06.2016
J.D. - International Law
Whittier Law School
08.2012 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - History
Kenyon College
08.2003 - 05.2007
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