1d ago
Lead Counsel for Blockchain
North Carolina
โจ $173k-$225k / yearest.
full-timelead Remote
๐ผ About This Role
You'll serve as the primary legal advisor for blockchain-driven payment solutions, shaping next-generation financial infrastructure within U.S. regulatory frameworks. Your guidance will enable product and engineering teams to innovate responsibly while complying with evolving money transmission and payments regulations.
๐ฏ What You'll Do
- Advise product and engineering teams on blockchain-based payments legal matters
- Provide regulatory guidance on US money transmission and payments laws
- Design and evolve internal compliance policies and governance frameworks
- Collaborate with compliance, risk, and security teams on product controls
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
- Strong expertise in US financial services regulation including money transmission
- Experience advising on product legal and compliance in fintech or crypto
โจ Nice to Have
- In-house experience at a fintech or blockchain company
- Experience with KYC, AML, and data privacy regulations
- Familiarity with cross-border payment regulations
๐ Benefits & Perks
- ๐๏ธ Flexible Time Off
- ๐ Remote First global workforce
- ๐ฐ Company matching 401k with 3% match
- ๐ป $1,500 Home Office Setup Allowance
- ๐ฉบ Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
๐จ Hiring Process
Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks ยท AI estimate
- 1Recruiter Screenยท 30 min
- 2Hiring Manager Interviewยท 45 min
- 3Technical / Case Interviewยท 60 min
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