Full-Time
Senior Counsel
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Provides regulated digital currency services
Compensation Overview
$180,000 - $237,500Annually
Senior
Remote in USA
- Juris Doctor degree and active law license in at least one state in good standing.
- 5+ years of experience as in-house counsel advising product teams and/or leading regulatory coverage preferably in fintech or institutional financial services.
- Passion for financial technology and proven experience covering cryptocurrency or blockchain matters.
- Familiarity with the AML/CFT regulatory environment for digital assets globally.
- Experience working in a regulated environment or with governmental entities.
- Ability to learn quickly and support new areas of business and technology.
- Strong development of business partnerships, interpersonal skills, and work ethic.
- Proficiency in Google Suite, Slack and Apple MacOS preferred.
- Provide full product life-cycle counseling for Circle Account and digital asset products and services including novel blockchain products and services relating to stablecoins, NFTs, and decentralized finance.
- Provide advice on compliance with US and international laws and regulations relating to digital assets and virtual asset service providers including matters relating to international expansion and licensing.
- Support the development and implementation by the Legal team of processes, procedures and metrics to increase the overall effectiveness of the legal services provided to the company.
- Address legal risk in business-centric ways, developing processes to solve problems, strengthening partnerships and advancing opportunities.
- Remain up-to-date on relevant crypto and digital currency developments to ensure an ongoing ability to provide robust product area coverage.
Circle operates in the forefront of the financial technology sector, offering a regulated digital currency, USDC, that facilitates over $1.4 trillion in transactions. Its commitment to leveraging public blockchains for secure and efficient payments fosters a dynamic work environment characterized by technical proficiency and a focus on the future of finance. This dedication not only places the company at a strategic advantage but also provides a technically enriching atmosphere for professionals passionate about blockchain technology and financial innovation.
Company Stage
Seed
Total Funding
$1.2B
Headquarters
,
Founded
2013
6 month growth
↑ 3%1 year growth
↑ 20%2 year growth
↑ 87%Benefits
Paid time off - We offer flexible paid time off — take what you need as long as it works with you and your team, and all Circle employees get mobile phone and home office reimbursements.
Health coverage - No matter where you live, we offer a market competitive suite of benefits. Enroll in health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurances, and Circle covers some or all of the premiums.
Invested in your future - All U.S. full-time and part-time employees enjoy 401(k) and pensions (with 4% company match if you contribute 5% or more), and share Circle’s success via company equity awards.
Learning & development - Your individual growth and development is important to us and we provide the resources to help you grow your career while at Circle.