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IMC Trading · 1 day ago

Senior Legal Counsel

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$185K/yr - $250K/yr

10+ years exp

IMC Trading is a global trading firm that focuses on providing essential liquidity in financial markets. They are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to advise on cryptocurrency and digital assets regulations, negotiate agreements, and support compliance efforts.

Financial Services

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Advise on regulations governing cryptocurrencies, blockchain, and digital assets, including European and U.S. regulations

Draft and negotiate agreements involving token market-making, issuances, partnerships, and digital asset transactions

Support the organization’s compliance efforts, including advising on AML/KYC matters, conducting due diligence reviews, and identifying relevant licensing requirements

Monitor legislative and policy developments in crypto regulation and provide proactive legal strategies

Identify potential legal risks and proactively propose solutions

Advise senior business, finance, and compliance leaders on commercial, legal, and regulatory risks to support informed decision-making

Collaborate with team members (legal, compliance, finance) across regions to identify regional legal or regulatory risks and propose potential solutions or mitigation actions

Qualification

U.S. financial regulationCryptocurrency regulationDigital assets expertiseRegulatory complianceCorporate transactional skillsJuris DoctorAnalytical skillsCross-functional project experienceLeadership abilitiesNegotiation skillsCommunication skills