Special Counsel, Digital Assets

Overview

A leading internet financial platform company is seeking a Special Counsel, Digital Assets to join their Legal team. This senior individual contributor role involves providing expert legal guidance on digital asset and platform capabilities, supporting innovative fintech and blockchain products.

Responsibilities

• Advise on legal structures and regulatory considerations related to digital asset issuance, tokenized assets, custody frameworks, and on-chain settlement models.
• Collaborate with Product and Engineering teams to support the design and launch of new platform features, including AI-enabled tools interacting with digital assets or financial infrastructure.
• Assess legal and regulatory implications of incorporating artificial intelligence into asset lifecycle management, risk scoring, compliance automation, or customer-facing products.
• Monitor and analyze global regulatory developments in crypto, AI governance, and financial services, translating them into actionable guidance.
• Lead complex legal workstreams independently across the product lifecycle, balancing innovation, risk mitigation, and time-to-market.
• Draft and review product-related agreements, disclosures, policies, and terms of use related to digital asset issuance and distribution.
• Identify legal risks early in roadmap planning and propose practical mitigation strategies that preserve velocity while protecting the business.

Requirements

• 7+ years of legal experience, including at a leading law firm and/or in-house at a fintech, crypto, or financial services company.
• Deep expertise advising on digital asset products, tokenized financial infrastructure, or blockchain-based systems.
• Proven experience supporting the launch of complex financial or crypto products in regulated environments.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks impacting digital assets and emerging AI-enabled financial technologies.
• Ability to independently scope and lead high-impact legal initiatives across cross-functional teams.
• Experience translating complex regulatory concepts into clear, practical product guidance.
• Strong business judgment and ability to navigate ambiguity in rapidly evolving technical environments.
• JD or equivalent with active membership in at least one U.S. state bar.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience advising on cross-border product launches or global regulatory coordination.
• Familiarity with DeFi, smart contracts, or programmable asset architectures.
• Knowledge of AI governance frameworks, model risk considerations, or regulatory guidance related to AI in financial services.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base pay range: $200,000 - $262,500
• Compensation is determined by relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, and organizational needs.
• Equal opportunity employer committed to non-discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or other protected categories.
• Accommodations are available during the interview process for candidates with disabilities upon request.

Location

Flexible work environment with opportunities to work in some of the world's strongest jurisdictions as the organization expands globally.