General Counsel, FalconX

$375-470k

Plus performance linked bonus and equity

Expert level
New York
FalconX

Digital asset trading platform

Open for applications

FalconX

Digital asset trading platform

201-500 employees

FintechB2BCryptocurrencyEnterpriseInvestingTradingBlockchain

Open for applications

$375-470k

Plus performance linked bonus and equity

Expert level
New York

201-500 employees

FintechB2BCryptocurrencyEnterpriseInvestingTradingBlockchain

Company mission

To build the connective tissue for open, permission-less, and truly global digital assets to be adopted by mainstream institutions at scale.

Role

Who you are

  • 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

  • Experience working in or with fintech companies
  • Familiarity with international regulatory environments related to digital assets
  • Strong network within the legal and regulatory community

What the job involves

  • 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

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Insights

Top investors

7% employee growth in 12 months

Company

Funding (last 2 of 4 rounds)

Jun 2022

$150m

SERIES D

Aug 2021

$210m

SERIES C

Total funding: $427m

Our take

FalconX is driving the decentralized financial future with its digital asset trading platform, catering specifically to institutional users. Offering a suite of tools, from trade execution to market making and credit management, FalconX simplifies crypto strategy management through a unified interface.

Renowned institutions like Accel and Tiger Global have adopted FlaconX, recognizing it as a leader in the space. Notably, the company earned the prestigious FinTech Breakthrough's 2023 DeFi Innovation Award for its FalconX 60 platform, a testament to its pioneering role in digital investment and risk management.

As institutional demand for crypto assets surges in the Asia-Pacific region, FalconX is expanding its footprint into Hong Kong. The company's decision to offer over-the-counter brokerage and crypto derivatives services aligns with the region's growing interest in virtual assert innovation and regulatory advancements. With a commitment to innovation and a proactive approach to expansion, FalonX is well-positioned to further solidify its position as a leading player in the digital asset trading space.

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