Product Counsel (Crypto/Bridge)

Overview

This role involves providing legal counsel for the development and commercialization of cryptocurrency and stablecoin products within a financial infrastructure platform used by millions of businesses globally. The position focuses on navigating complex legal, regulatory, and technological challenges at the intersection of financial services and e-commerce.

Responsibilities

• Serve as part of a growing Product Counsel team responsible for ensuring product compliance with global laws and contractual commitments, with a focus on cryptocurrency and stablecoin products.
• Advise product teams on legal and regulatory issues related to technological innovation, e-commerce user experiences, and financial services compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product, engineering, partnerships, compliance, risk, and marketing on product development and commercialization.
• Monitor and interpret new and emerging legal and regulatory developments impacting products, identifying trends and potential business impacts.
• Work closely with global legal colleagues to support regulatory structures, customer agreements, and strategic financial partnerships.
• Develop scalable and effective processes for legal review and product launch.
• Stay current on US and international laws and regulations related to cryptocurrency, stablecoin, and traditional financial services products.
• Act as a proactive and strategic business partner and trusted advisor to senior management.

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of experience as a qualified lawyer in a top law firm, in-house legal team, or government agency.
• Expertise in cryptocurrency and stablecoin product development and related laws and regulations such as the GENIUS Act.
• Experience counseling teams on complex legal requirements and translating them into clear, actionable advice.
• Qualified US lawyer.
• Strong collaboration skills and willingness to share knowledge.
• Passion for technology and ability to quickly understand complex business models and product use cases.
• Entrepreneurial mindset; self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.
• Excellent judgment and decision-making skills with imperfect information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent project management skills and ability to meet tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on financial services compliance related to cryptocurrency and stablecoin products.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual US base salary range: $230,500 - $345,700.
• Salary range may vary based on experience, qualifications, and location.
• Additional benefits may include equity, company bonus or sales commissions/bonuses, 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision benefits, and wellness stipends.

Location & Work Arrangement

• This role is available for hybrid work, either in an office or remotely.
• Remote work is defined as being 35 miles (56 kilometers) or more from an office.
• Office-assigned employees are expected to spend at least 50% of their time in the local office or with users.
• Remote employees are expected to work primarily from home but may attend team meetings, on-sites, meet-ups, and events.
• The organization does not cover relocation costs for remote work.
• Applicants are encouraged to apply for roles matching their current or planned location.