Senior Counsel

Overview

A technology company specializing in AI-powered intelligence solutions is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join their experienced legal team. The role involves providing comprehensive legal advice across a rapidly growing global business focused on blockchain intelligence and law enforcement collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal, operational, and strategic advice to blockchain intelligence teams, including guidance on data collection methods and practices.
• Support the global Law Enforcement Relations team regarding subpoenas, expert witness testimony, and related projects.
• Offer litigation and regulatory support across the enterprise, advising on evidentiary, product, AI, sales, privacy, and employment issues.
• Assist with other legal matters impacting the organization as needed.

Requirements

• 6-8 years of prior experience in a government agency, reputable law firm, or in-house legal department.
• Experience handling litigation and regulatory matters, including advising non-attorney clients on compliance with evolving global legal requirements.
• Experience engaging with law enforcement and government actors worldwide and mitigating or resolving potential disputes.
• Familiarity with criminal and civil law matters, advising on compliance and operational issues.
• Strong communication skills, ability to manage cross-functional projects, willingness to learn, humility, and a sense of humor.
• Service-oriented and client-friendly approach suitable for a fast-paced, dynamic start-up environment.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Executive presence to negotiate successfully with external partners, outside counsel, and clients.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Active bar membership in good standing of at least one U.S. state bar.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the technology or web3/blockchain industry is helpful but not required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary and stock options.
• Premium health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), and 401(k) programs.
• Life and disability coverage.
• Generous paid time off including vacation, holidays, and parental leave.
• Fertility and mental health resources.
• Remote-first work environment with regular in-person meetups and offsites.

Work Environment

• Remote-first with emphasis on clear, asynchronous communication using collaboration tools.
• High ownership culture with small teams driving significant goals.
• Fast-paced environment requiring adaptability, urgency, and creative problem-solving.
• Annual mandatory company offsite to foster in-person relationships and strategic alignment.

Location

This is a distributed role with hubs in Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Washington D.C., London, and Singapore. The organization operates as a remote-first company.

Candidates excited by meaningful problems, motivated by ambitious goals, and comfortable working in a fast-moving, high-ownership environment are encouraged to apply. The organization values individuals who experiment with speed and rigor and take pride in contributing to a safer world through innovative technology solutions.