1d ago
Senior Counsel for Payments
Illinois
โจ $200k-$280k / yearest.
full-timesenior Remotefinance
๐ผ About This Role
You'll serve as primary legal advisor shaping next-generation blockchain payment infrastructures within the U.S. regulatory framework. Collaborating with product and engineering teams, you'll launch and scale blockchain-driven payment solutions while ensuring compliance with evolving financial regulations. This role offers a unique opportunity to define compliance policies and frameworks for a remote-first global workforce.
๐ฏ What You'll Do
- Advise product and engineering teams on blockchain-based payments legal matters
- Provide guidance on US money transmission and payments regulation
- Develop internal compliance policies and product governance frameworks
- Translate regulatory requirements into actionable guidance for teams
๐ Requirements
- J.D. degree from an accredited law school and active bar admission
- 7+ years of legal experience in fintech, payments, banking, or blockchain
- Expertise in US financial services regulation and money transmission compliance
- Proven ability to develop compliance policies for financial services or tech
โจ Nice to Have
- Experience managing external counsel on specialized regulatory matters
- Background in blockchain or cryptocurrency legal advising
๐ Benefits & Perks
- ๐ป Remote-first global workforce
- ๐ฅ Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- ๐ฐ Company matching 401k with 3% match
- ๐ก $1,500 Home Office Set Up Allowance
- โฐ Flexible Time Off
๐จ Hiring Process
Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks ยท AI estimate
- 1Recruiter Screenยท 30 min
- 2Hiring Manager Interviewยท 45 min
- 3Panel Interviewยท 60 min
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