Senior Corporate Counsel, Gemini
Cryptocurrency exchange platform
Job no longer available
Cryptocurrency exchange platform
1001+ employees
Job no longer available
1001+ employees
Company mission
To unlock the next era of financial, creative and personal freedom
Role
Who you are
- Solicitor qualification and work authorisation in England and Wales or Ireland
- Minimum of 7 years of post-qualification legal experience at a law firm or in-house
- Fluency in English
Desirable
- Familiarity with a licenced electronic money or other financial services institution in the United Kingdom or Ireland
- Familiarity with the markets in crypto assets regulation and anti-money laundering regulations applicable to crypto assets
- Knowledge of and interest in disruptive technology, financial services, or security; prior experience working in fintech, digital assets or high-growth tech companies a plus
- Ability to proactively, efficiently, and accurately assess legal business risks in a fast-paced environment
- Experience supporting a globally-distributed business and legal team
- Track record of creative problem-solving, excellent written and oral communication skills, and development of strong and trusted cross-functional relationships
- A sense of adventure
What the job involves
- Serve as in-house counsel for all aspects of Gemini’s business in Europe
- Provide risk-weighted legal, regulatory, and strategic advice to product, design, marketing, and technology teams during all phases of the product development lifecycle, including expansion into new jurisdictions
- Advise Gemini on global privacy and data processing issues that arise in the ordinary course of business and help ensure that Gemini’s privacy program evolves in line with global regulatory requirements
- Keep abreast of relevant licencing standards and requirements for a regulated electronic money institution, as well as regulatory treatment of different crypto assets, and collaborate effectively with regulators
- Draft and negotiate commercial agreements at the intersection of crypto and traditional finance in support of local business teams
- Manage projects effectively and collaboratively with teams located in multiple jurisdictions
- Help build out the European legal function and related policies, processes, and templates
- Build positive and influential relationships with Gemini leadership and cross-functional partners in Europe, acting as a champion for the Legal team’s expertise and building reliance on the Legal team across the company
- Collaborate with and support the Chief Legal Officer and the rest of the Legal team across the globe to evaluate and communicate legal risks to internal stakeholders and external parties
Our take
Gemini is a cryptocurrency exchange platform that's known for offering excellent security as well as being available across the US, including New York - a state not often covered by crypto exchanges.
As a trading platform, Gemini is one of many, but a dedication to innovation and a commitment to working within FCA regulations are what make it stand out from the crowd. After acquiring Blockrize in 2021, the company launched a credit card for US customers that enables them to earn a small percentage of spending back in bitcoin rewards. It also launched the Gemini dollar, a 1:1 USD-backed stablecoin, that combines the price stability of the US dollar with the technological advantages of a cryptocurrency.
The crypto exchange market is crowded with exchange platforms, and Gemini's competitors include giants like Coinbase. However, by operating within regulations and maintaining its status as a registered digital asset service provider in Europe (with plans to expand further in the region very soon), Gemini is in a strong position to face the continued crackdown on unauthorized activity in this market and make a space for itself in the DeFi future.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
-13% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (1 round)
Nov 2021
$400m
GROWTH EQUITY VC
Total funding: $400m
Company benefits
- Flexible vacation policy
- Retirement plan matching
- Generous parental leave
- Comprehensive health plans
- Training and development
- Health and wellness perks
- Community events
Company HQ
New York, NY
Leadership
Tyler Winklevoss
(Co-Founder & CEO)Principal at Winklevoss Capital. Studied Economics at Harvard. Notorious for their role in the founding of Facebook, they co-founded Gemini with brother Cameron in 2014.
Cameron Winklevoss
(Co-Founder & President)Principal at Winklevoss Capital. Studied Economics at Harvard. Notorious for their role in the founding of Facebook, they co-founded Gemini with brother Tyler in 2014.
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