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About the Company This blockchain pioneer is transforming decentralized finance (DeFi) by offering a comprehensive platform for managing digital assets across desktop and mobile. Their mission is to empower individuals with seamless access to decentralized financial products, providing users with the tools to store and manage a wide variety of digital assets. Since its inception in 2015, the company has been fully distributed, and its vision is to help millions transition from traditional finance into the decentralized world by 2030.

Job Overview This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing blockchain company as Product Counsel. You will play a pivotal role in advising product and compliance teams on the evolving legal landscape of blockchain and digital assets. If you have a strong background in fintech, blockchain, and digital asset regulation, this role will allow you to shape the future of innovative products in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide proactive legal and strategic advice to product teams, ensuring regulatory compliance and managing risk throughout the product lifecycle.
• Counsel internal teams on legal issues related to blockchain, digital assets, and decentralized finance, guiding product development from inception through sunsetting.
• Collaborate closely with compliance teams to uphold regulatory standards across product offerings and third-party integrations.
• Stay current with U.S. and international regulations and ensure all products comply with emerging legal requirements.

About You

• 4-10 years of experience in both law firms and/or in-house legal roles, particularly within fintech, digital assets, or fast-paced tech environments.
• Demonstrated expertise in blockchain, cryptocurrency, and digital assets, with a proven ability to translate regulatory requirements into actionable product advice.
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory compliance related to crypto, digital wallets, and decentralized finance.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal issues to cross-functional teams.
• J.D. from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Digital Asset, Fintech or similar fast-paced environment experience a plus

Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with non-custodial wallets, DeFi platforms, and international regulations around digital assets.
• Experience working with regulatory bodies such as the SEC, CFTC, or international equivalents.

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