General Counsel, FalconX

• The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in addressing regulatory and corporate legal issues within the financial services industry, specifically for prime brokers and/or institutional trading businesses
• A deep understanding of digital assets and the evolving regulatory landscape surrounding them will be helpful as well
• Extensive experience addressing regulatory and corporate legal issues for prime brokers and institutional trading businesses
• Proven track record in advising on complex transactions and compliance matters related to institutional trading, including equities, derivatives, and digital assets
• Experience working with institutional clients, such as hedge funds, asset managers, and proprietary trading firms, providing legal guidance on trading strategies and operations
• In-depth experience with private credit markets and borrowing and lending structures
• Expertise in structuring and negotiating credit facilities, loan agreements, and other financing arrangements
• Familiarity with secured and unsecured lending, collateral management, and risk mitigation strategies
• Extensive knowledge and experience in digital assets, including cryptocurrencies, tokens, and blockchain technology
• Experience advising on the legal and regulatory aspects of digital asset transactions, including token offerings, trading, custody, and compliance
• Familiarity with the evolving regulatory landscape for digital assets, including CFTC and SEC regulations, as well as international frameworks in UK, EU and APAC
• Experience working with or advising fintech companies or startups in the digital asset space is highly desirable
• Strong expertise in corporate governance
• Experience advising executive teams and boards of directors on governance best practices, board composition, and fiduciary duties
• Ability to draft and implement corporate policies and procedures that align with regulatory requirements and business objective
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and mentor a team
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the bar in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• Minimum of 12 years of legal experience, with significant experience in the financial services industry

Desirable

• We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled General Counsel to join our executive team, reporting directly to our Chief Legal Officer
• This role will involve providing strategic legal guidance and managing our global legal team
• Oversee and ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations affecting the company, including commodities, securities and digital asset regulations
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to mitigate legal risks
• Advise the executive team on corporate governance matters
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including partnership, vendor, and client contracts
• Identify potential legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them
• Manage litigation and dispute resolution processes as necessary
• Provide legal advice on business strategies and initiatives, including new product launches and market expansions
• Stay abreast of industry trends and changes in the regulatory environment to proactively address potential impacts on the business
• Support M&A activities by conducting due diligence, structuring transactions, and negotiating terms
• Provide legal guidance on other corporate development activities, including joint ventures, strategic partnerships, and investments
• Lead and manage the legal team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives and drive growth