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This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Counsel - REMOTE. In this critical role, you will shape the development of next-generation payment infrastructures within the U.S. regulatory framework. Collaborating with product and engineering teams, your focus will be on launching and scaling blockchain-driven payment solutions that comply with evolving financial regulations. This position transcends traditional legal advisory, allowing you to define compliance policies and frameworks essential for innovation. If you're driven to overcome complex regulatory challenges while promoting responsible financial innovation, this role presents a unique opportunity for significant impact.AccountabilitiesServe as the primary legal advisor to product and engineering teams developing blockchain-based payments and financial infrastructureProvide proactive legal and regulatory guidance on US financial services laws and frameworks, including money transmission and payments regulationDesign, implement, and evolve internal compliance policies and product governance frameworks aligned with US regulationsCollaborate with compliance, risk, and security teams to embed controls into product design, including KYC, AML, and data privacyTranslate complex regulatory requirements into clear guidance for product, engineering, and business teamsEnsure product strategy aligns with legal and regulatory standards by collaborating cross-functionallyManage external counsel regarding specialized regulatory matters and support internal reviews related to product riskRequirementsJ.D. degree from an accredited law school and active admission to at least one U.S. state bar7+ years of legal experience in a law firm or in-house, particularly in fintech, payments, banking, or blockchainStrong expertise in US financial services regulation, specifically in money transmission and payments complianceExperience advising on product legal and compliance matters in fintech, cryptocurrency, or paymentsProven ability to develop compliance policies and governance frameworks within financial services or tech contextsCapacity to translate regulatory requirements into actionable guidelines in a fast-paced environmentBenefitsRemote first global workforceIndustry leading Medical, Dental and Vision health insuranceCompany matching 401k with 3% match$1,500 Home Office Set Up Allowance (lifetime max)$75 Monthly internet or phone reimbursementFlexible Time OffCompany issued laptopEgg freezing, mental health, and wellness benefits#J-18808-Ljbffr