Corporate Counsel

Summary

Join our team as Corporate Counsel and combine strategic planning, legal expertise, and operational excellence to drive sustainable growth and ensure compliant expansion of our blockchain initiatives. This role offers the chance to shape the future of decentralized technology while navigating complex regulatory landscapes. You will collaborate with a forward-thinking team, working at the intersection of innovation and compliance. The position requires occasional travel for conferences and meetings. You will develop and execute strategic initiatives, lead regulatory analysis, collaborate with product teams, create compliance frameworks, build stakeholder relationships, and drive cross-functional projects. This role offers competitive compensation and a flexible, remote-first work environment.

Requirements

• Experience: 3+ years in strategy, operations, or legal roles within blockchain, fintech, or technology companies
• Education: Law degree (JD) or equivalent legal qualification preferred; MBA or related advanced degree is a plus
• Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of blockchain technology, crypto regulations, and financial services compliance frameworks
• Strategic Thinking: Demonstrated ability to develop and execute complex strategies while navigating regulatory requirements
• Analytical Skills: Excellence in data-driven decision making and strategic problem solving
• Communication: Outstanding ability to articulate complex legal and strategic concepts to diverse audiences
• Leadership: Proven track record of leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing stakeholders at all levels

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive strategic initiatives that align business objectives with regulatory requirements and industry best practices
• Lead regulatory analysis and strategic planning for new market entries, product launches, and partnership structures
• Collaborate with product teams to ensure compliance by design while maintaining competitive advantage in the market
• Create and implement frameworks for evaluating strategic opportunities, considering both business potential and regulatory implications
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including regulators, industry partners, and internal teams
• Drive cross-functional projects that require both strategic thinking and legal expertise to achieve optimal outcomes

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with international regulatory frameworks and cross-border operations
• Background in smart contract development or blockchain architecture
• Knowledge of securities law and financial regulations in major markets

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages, including discretionary bonuses
• Flexible, remote-first working arrangements with a distributed team
• A culture that values creativity, innovation, and collaboration
• The opportunity to solve some of the hardest problems in crypto, working alongside an exceptional and highly skilled team