Head of Origination - Fintech

We are currently seeking a FinTech Lawyer to work with some of the world’s largest companies across all industries.

Responsibilities

• Provide transactional and regulatory counsel on digital assets, cryptocurrency, blockchain, Non-Fungible Token ("NFT"), decentralized finance, cryptocurrency lending, and other complex financial products and offerings
• Advise internal business stakeholder on legal risks and opportunities with a focus on state and federal regulations, licensing, and examinations
• Structure, draft, negotiate and review agreements with various financial institutions and partners
• Partner with colleagues cross-functionally in teams including, but not limited to, Legal, Marketing, Product, Operations, and Finance.

Minimum Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in the financial services regulatory and compliance space with strong understanding of digital assets and currencies and new emerging financial products
• Experience working with clients on federal and state regulatory licensing, registration, compliance, and enforcement matters as well as advising on complex bank and money transmission regulatory issues
• Active bar license for the state in which you physically reside in.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of federal securities laws and regulations including: forming/registering broker-dealers; advising crypto exchanges and other blockchain focused companies; responding to SEC and FINRA examinations; and reviewing and revising policies and procedures for AML compliance
• Ability to provide counsel on privacy and cyber security risks associated with digital currency and products is beneficial
• Excellent academic and law firm credentials, with experience in a dynamic in-house environment.

Compensation, Benefits & Location

This role offers a range of competitive compensation starting at $175k and adjusted to take location and years of experience into consideration . We offer a highly competitive benefits package in the alternative legal services marketplace that includes health benefits, 401K and more. Axiomites also get access to professional development resources and learning and development programs. Axiomites predominately work remotely, with the exception that some clients require on-site presence.

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