Senior Product Counsel, Figure Markets
Crypto
$212.5-265.6k
+ Up to a 25% Bonus + Equity
More information about location
Decentralized trading platform
Open for applications
Decentralized trading platform
21-100 employees
Open for applications
$212.5-265.6k
+ Up to a 25% Bonus + Equity
More information about location
21-100 employees
Company mission
To democratize finance through blockchain.
Role
Who you are
- We are looking for someone who has a passion for marketplaces and products in the crypto and securities world
- You will have experience in one or more of the following jurisdictions: Europe, Asia, Americas, Middle East
- Comfortable with ambiguity and quick pivots
- A prudent commercial perspective in our markets and products, along with the dedication to defend our positions
- The ideal candidate has deep financial markets experience in the cryptocurrency industry, including at least 10-12 years of experience practicing as in-house counsel for a private or public crypto company
- Deep knowledge and understanding of the compliance and regulatory requirements around crypto assets, including the regulation of digital assets and crypto transactions and platforms and blockchain technology matters (e.g., smart contracts and digital wallets) in the provision of financial services and products
- Product counseling experience in blockchain, crypto and securities products, including the ability to apply laws and regulations to new products and/or technologies, and the ability to review products and related functionality for compliance with applicable laws
- Interest in digital assets, blockchain technology, and the innovations brought about by decentralized applications and DeFi
- J.D. and membership with at least one state bar
- Self-starter who will take ownership of projects
- Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage projects effectively
- Comfortable with risk-adjusted thinking and able to discern when flexibility in interpretation is warranted
What the job involves
- You will contribute to building out Figure’s innovative Marketplace as well as Figure Markets’ products. Figure Markets has a global marketplace platform that supports issuing and trading of digital assets, securities and non-securities, using blockchain
- Provide leadership in legal affairs for markets and products
- Provide day-to-day legal, business, and strategic advice to internal crypto-focused teams, addressing challenges and offering solutions in the development and implementation of groundbreaking digital asset financial products and services
- Offer comprehensive legal guidance throughout the product life cycle, from conception through to launch, operation, and eventual sunset, aiding in both the construction and, when necessary, the dismantling of products
- Draft commercial and intellectual property agreements and disclosures affecting the company's products and services
- Remain up-to-date on existing and changing relevant digital assets, blockchain, securities and technology laws and regulations to ensure compliance therewith
- Providing legal support, analysis, and interpretation in connection with legislative and policy developments
- Develop and deliver both forward-looking and ad hoc guidance to the marketing and design teams regarding matters pertaining to the product lifecycle and other related initiatives
- Establish or continue to build strong and positive relationships with affiliates and other ecosystem players for effective product lifecycle
Our take
To help advance the future of cryptocurrency, Figure Markets supplies a decentralized platform to trade, borrow and invest from one place. Powered by blockchain, its marketplace was built to set a new standard in digital asset trading.
Committed to building the “exchange for everything", the company is aiming to bring public equity, fixed-income securities and alternative investments onto its marketplace. It will also support cross-collateralization across all assets - a feature that is sure to make it stand out.
As cryptocurrency becomes more widely embraced, platforms like Figure Markets' have a real opportunity for growth. As a young company, founded in 2024, we've yet to see what Figure Markets can do, but it should be one to watch for anyone interested in digital assets.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
Few candidates hear
back within 2 weeks
Company
Funding (1 round)
Mar 2024
$60m
SERIES A
Total funding: $60m
Company benefits
- Figure Markets pays 100% of premium costs for employees and dependents for medical, dental, and vision insurance (with the exception of costs associated with the buy-up medical plan)
- Figure Markets will reimburse eligible employees for approved continuing education that either offers growth in an area related to their current position or that may lead to promotional opportunities
- We offer ten company-wide holidays plus one personal holiday, generous Flexible Time Away (FTA), Paid Time Off (PTO), and Paid Parental Leave
- Figure Market's Bonus Plan recognizes and rewards eligible employees' efforts and contributions. Eligible employees are also granted an option to purchase a set number of shares of Figure Market's common stock
Company HQ
SoMa, San Francisco, CA
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Leadership
Mike Cagney
(CEO)Executive Board Chair at Figure. Former Co-Founder, CEO and Board Chair of SoFi. Was also Board Chair at ReFlow Services, and co-founded Cabezon Investment Group and Finaplex.
June O.
(President)Co-Founder and President of Figure. Was VP of Product Management and Engineering at SoFi, and CEO and Founder of CCO Solutions.
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