About the company
About Figure Figure is transforming the trillion dollar financial services industry using blockchain technology. In three short years, Figure has unveiled a series of fintech firsts using the Provenance blockchain for loan origination, equity management, private fund services, banking and payments sectors - bringing speed, efficiency and savings to both consumers and institutions. Today, Figure is one of less than a thousand companies considered a unicorn, globally. Our mission requires us to have a creative, team-oriented, and supportive environment where everyone can do their absolute best. The team is composed of driven, innovative, collaborative, and curious people who love architecting ground-breaking technologies. We value individuals who bring an entrepreneurial mindset to every task and will embrace our culture of innovation. Every day at Figure is a journey in continuous learning yet a daily focus on getting work done that makes a difference. Join a team of proven leaders who have already created billions of dollars in value in the FinTech space!
Job Summary
What You’ll Do
📍Become the chief product expert on the Legal team, interacting with Figure’s latest products and offerings, buying and selling cryptocurrencies across centralized and decentralized exchanges, master related legal complexities and advise the business accordingly 📍Provide leadership in legal affairs for markets and products, providing sound advice on federal and state securities, banking and insurance laws and rules 📍Provide day-to-day legal, business, and strategic advice to internal markets-focused teams, addressing challenges and offering solutions in the development and implementation of groundbreaking digital asset financial products and services 📍Offer comprehensive legal guidance throughout the product life cycle, from conception through to launch, operation, and eventual sunset, aiding in both the construction and, when necessary, the dismantling of products 📍Remain up-to-date on existing and changing relevant digital assets, blockchain, securities and technology laws and regulations to ensure compliance therewith 📍Providing legal support, analysis, and interpretation in connection with legislative and policy developments 📍Develop and deliver both forward-looking and ad hoc guidance to the marketing and design teams regarding matters pertaining to the product lifecycle and other related initiatives. 📍Establish or continue to build strong and positive relationships with
What We Look For
📍Candidates must have a working knowledge of cryptocurrencies, experience buying and selling crypto on centralized and decentralized exchanges, and be curious about the intersection of traditional securities in defi 📍The ideal candidate has deep financial markets experience in the securities and cryptocurrency industry, including at least 5+ years of experience practicing as in-house counsel for financial services firm (mutual fund, broker-dealer, investment advisor, money transmitter dealing in virtual assets preferred) 📍Substantial subject matter expertise in securities matters including the Securities Act of 1933, Investment Advisers Act of 1940, and Investment Company Act of 1940 📍Experience working as an examiner, attorney, or industry specialist at a regulatory agency (SEC, CFTC), a plus
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