Role in brief
Circle seeks a Senior Special Counsel for Digital Assets to provide legal guidance on digital asset issuance and compliance. Ideal candidates have extensive legal experience in fintech or crypto and a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks.
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About the role
In this role, you will provide legal advice on digital asset issuance and custody frameworks while working closely with product and engineering teams. Your expertise will be crucial in supporting the launch of new platform features and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Success in this position means effectively analyzing global regulatory developments and translating them into actionable guidance. You will lead legal support for complex product initiatives and help identify legal risks early in the planning process.
The salary range for this role is between $200,000 and $262,500.
Who this role suits
- A legal professional with over seven years of experience, ideally in fintech or crypto.
- Someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and can lead cross-functional initiatives.
- A detail-oriented individual with a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks.
- A proactive communicator who can navigate complex legal challenges.
From the employer
- Advise on legal structures and regulatory considerations related to digital asset issuance and custody frameworks.
- Partner with Product and Engineering to support the design and launch of new platform features.
- Assess legal and regulatory implications of incorporating AI into asset lifecycle management.
- Analyze global regulatory developments and translate them into actionable guidance.
- Lead legal support for complex product initiatives.
- Draft and review product-related agreements and policies.
- Identify legal risks early in roadmap planning.
- 7+ years of legal experience, including at a leading law firm or in-house at a fintech or crypto company.
- Deep experience advising on digital asset products and blockchain-based systems.
- Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks impacting digital assets.
- Ability to lead high-impact legal initiatives across cross-functional teams.
- JD or equivalent with active membership in at least one U.S. state bar.
- Base pay range: $200,000 - $262,500.
- Equal opportunity employer.
- Flexible work environment with a focus on innovation and stakeholder engagement.
Questions about this role
Is this position remote?
Yes, this role is remote.
What is the seniority level of this position?
This is a senior-level position.
How can I apply?
Candidates can apply through Circle's website.
✓ Direct apply: you message the hiring person by email. No ATS.