FalconX · 20 hours ago

Deputy General Counsel: Regulatory & Corporate

San Francisco Bay Area

Contract

Remote

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$248K/yr - $341K/yr

9+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Oversee the implementation of internal policies and procedures, ensuring the company's adherence to global regulatory standards and frameworks. Conduct risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate those risks. Collaborate with our internal GTM revenue team, international legal team, and global compliance function.

Monitor and interpret legislative and regulatory changes in every jurisdiction where FalconX operates, ensuring company policies comply with the latest rules. Coordinate with different departments to meet regulatory requirements, prepare necessary filings and documentation, and provide guidance on regulations for new product or service introductions.

Analyze and address inquiries from regulatory agencies and advise on how changes in regulations affect company operations. Develop comprehensive plans for regulatory exams and inspections. Manage communications with regulators, including timely filings and responses.

Provide legal guidance to the executive team on the risk and benefits of corporate strategies. Ensure meticulous maintenance of board meeting records and decisions. Manage the review and updates of the company's foundational documents like articles of incorporation and bylaws.

Provide expert advice on the legal implications of company strategies and potential business impacts, including strategic partnerships, mergers, and acquisitions. Draft and negotiate complex contracts and steer legal aspects of strategic projects to protect company interests.

Qualification

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State Bar admissionRegulatory complianceMergersAcquisitionsLegal risk assessmentFinancial services experienceGlobal regulatory environmentDrafting contractsInternational legal teamsIntellectual Property LawPrivacy LawEmployment LawCorporate GovernanceDigital assets knowledge

Required

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree

Admission to a State Bar or equivalent legal qualification

9+ years practicing law

4+ years in a global regulatory environment

5+ years of experience working with or in direct exposure of Financial Services institutions or FinTech companies

Experience with regulatory compliance in U.S., U.K., and E.U. jurisdictions

Proven ability to interpret and apply multi-jurisdictional regulatory laws

Aptitude for drafting and negotiating complex contracts

Expertise in legal risk assessment and mitigation strategy development

Experience with legal aspects of mergers and acquisitions

Knowledge of international global markets and associated compliance requirements

Knowledge with the legal frameworks specific to digital assets and financial services

Proven experience in managing international legal teams or counsels

Record of accomplishment in reducing potential risks through strategic legal planning

Track record of building deep relationships with Board of Directors, Shareholders, and internal Executives to ensure a strong partnership across stakeholders