Deputy General Counsel: Product & Capital Markets

Who are we?

FalconX is the most advanced digital asset platform for institutions. We provide trade execution, credit & treasury management, prime offering and market making services. Given our global operations, industry-leading technology and deep liquidity, we have facilitated client transactions of $1 trillion in volume. Our products & services are regulated, compliant and trusted.

We are a team of engineers, product builders, institutional sales and trading leaders, operations experts, and business strategists. Our teammates have entrepreneurial experience and come from companies such as Google, Apple, Paypal, Citadel, Bridgewater, and Goldman Sachs. And, we embody our values: Think big; Drive bold outcomes; Be one team; Iterate with speed; and be an entrepreneur.

We prioritize learning. Outcomes are mission-critical, but we also believe that learning in success and in failure will drive our continued success. Our industry is emergent - there’s no shortage of experiments to get involved with and to continue growing and learning together.

Location

Hybrid in San Mateo, CA or New York City, NY or London, United Kingdom

About the Role

In this role, as part of a forward-thinking digital asset firm serving over 700 clients, you'll part of our legal team navigating the complex tapestry of global regulations critical to our operations. Join our dynamic legal team in the role of Deputy General Counsel: Product & Capital Markets where you'll be a cornerstone in building and refining our product offerings. With your deep knowledge of complex commercial structures, you'll collaborate closely with our product, markets, and engineering teams to navigate the complexities of digital asset prime brokerage. This is a chance to leave your mark on a global organization with direct involvement in our expansion, providing you with the opportunity for significant collaboration with senior leadership and an active role in an evolving industry.

Responsibilities

• Partner with cross-functional teams on product development and assess legal complexities of potential service offerings, features, acquisitions or mergers.
• Draft and review terms for contracts, leading negotiations for the company's product, vendor, and partnership agreements. Provide expert advice on contractual rights, obligations, and term interpretation. Ensure all contracts meet legal and regulatory standards.
• Evaluate and mitigate risks throughout the product lifecycle, providing guidance to product and engineering teams on potential implications. Develop policies and procedures to reduce legal exposure, and work in concert with compliance officers to uphold risk management standards.
• Advise on privacy and data protection for product features and guide the team through legal intricacies of launching and updating products.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to a State Bar and good standing
• 10+ years in legal advisory role
• 7+ years with product compliance in an international context
• 5+ years with complex legal transaction negotiations
• Direct experience in Financial Services or an Institutional FinTech company/product

Necessary Experience

• Experience drafting and reviewing complex contractual terms
• Expertise in digital asset transactions and compliance
• Expansive knowledge of international financial services regulations
• Knowledge of Capital Markets, Derivatives, Equities, Credit Lending, and Prime Brokerages
• Capability to guide product and engineering teams on legal implications
• Proven record of successfully building or refining product offerings in financial services
• History of effective collaboration with cross-functional teams in a financial services environment
• Track record of successfully navigating complex legal and regulatory environments
• History of effective legal team management in the preparation of contractual documentation

Nice-to-haves

• Experience at an existing cryptocurrency, digital asset, blockchain, or web3 organization
• Exposure to Intellectual Property Law, Privacy Law, Mergers & Acquisitions, or regulatory bodies for the Financial Service industry (SEC, CFTC, NFA, etc.)
• People management or department leadership

Compensation:

This is a full-time position with an expected annual compensation of $210,000.00 - $310,000. The actual compensation for a successful candidate may vary based on factors such as skill set, relevant experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors. This position also offers other forms of compensation and benefits consisting of overtime compensation (when applicable), relocation assistance (if applicable), performance-linked bonus, paid time off (including sick time) benefits, paid Company holidays, participation in the Company’s equity and 401k retirement plan, competitive employee health, dental, and vision benefits each subject to the terms and conditions of the governing plan documents and Company policies.

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Inclusivity Statement

FalconX is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, equitable, and safe workspace for all people. Our roles are intended for people from all walks of life. We encourage all those interested in applying to our organization to submit an application regardless if you are missing some of the listed background requirements, skills, or experiences!

As part of our commitment to inclusivity, FalconX would like to acknowledge that the EEOC survey has limited potential responses that you can select. For legal reasons, FalconX must use this language to align with federal requirements, however, we want to ensure that you are able to provide a response to our own voluntary survey questions about your identity that best aligns with your most true self.

FalconX is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on FalconX. Please inform FalconX’s People team at recruiting@falconx.io, if you need assistance with participating in the application process.