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About CoinPela: CoinPela is an innovative AI-powered fintech startup specializing in advanced algorithmic trading, asset management, and comprehensive financial services. Leveraging cutting-edge AI technologies, big data analytics, and robust security protocols, we aim to provide exceptional financial solutions and ensure compliance within a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. Job Summary: We are looking for a dedicated full-time Legal Affairs Lead to oversee all internal legal matters, compliance strategies, and external legal coordination. The ideal candidate will serve as a critical member of our management team, ensuring regulatory compliance, risk management, and effective legal governance as we scale. Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all internal legal activities, providing guidance on corporate law, contracts, regulatory compliance, and governance.
• Coordinate closely with external institutional law firms for complex legal work, ensuring alignment with company strategy and regulatory requirements.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage various legal documents including contracts, service agreements, NDAs, employment agreements, and equity-related documentation.
• Monitor, interpret, and ensure compliance with fintech regulatory requirements (SEC, FINRA, GDPR, AML, KYC).
• Lead corporate governance initiatives, manage board communications, meeting agendas, and documentation.
• Maintain an organized system for managing legal documentation and ensure confidentiality and security.
• Advise executive leadership proactively on legal risks, regulatory changes, and strategic implications.
• Provide training and awareness programs on compliance, privacy laws, and internal policies.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required with active legal licensure.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in corporate legal practice, fintech regulatory compliance, or related roles.
• In-depth knowledge of corporate governance, fintech regulations, securities law, and data privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA).
• Proven track record managing relationships with external legal counsel.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to clearly communicate legal concepts to business stakeholders.
• Prior experience in a startup, fintech, or financial services environment is highly preferred.

Employment Type: Full-Time Employee Why CoinPela:

• Join an innovative, rapidly growing fintech startup at the forefront of AI and financial technology.
• Opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping CoinPela’s legal and compliance landscape.
• Competitive compensation (salary + potential equity)

CoinPela is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.