Product Counsel, Crypto

Figure

Product Counsel providing legal leadership in crypto and securities matters for Figure, a blockchain-based fintech. Offering strategic advice on digital assets and regulatory compliance for innovative financial products.

Posted 5/5/2026full-timeRemote • California, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $166,980 - $250,470 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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 Real-World Asset digital tokens and related 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
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 affiliates and other ecosystem players for effective product lifecycle

Requirements

What you’ll need

The ideal candidate has deep financial markets experience in the securities and cryptocurrency industry, including at least 5+ years of experience practicing as either outside counsel or in-house counsel for financial services firms (mutual fund, broker-dealer, investment advisor, OTC trading businesses, money transmitter dealing in virtual assets preferred)
Substantial subject matter expertise in securities matters, including the Securities Act of 1933, Securities Exchange Act of 1934, 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
Strong negotiation skills and ability to prepare and negotiate financial agreements (e.g., prime brokerage, trading agreements, lending, and derivatives documentation)
Deep knowledge and understanding of the compliance and regulatory requirements around financial markets and crypto assets, including the regulation of RWA digital assets and crypto transactions and platforms, and blockchain technology matters (e.g., smart contracts and digital wallets) in the provision of financial services and products
Product counseling experience in blockchain, crypto, and securities products, including the ability to apply laws and regulations to new products and/or technologies, and the ability to review products and related functionality for compliance with applicable laws
Interest in digital assets, blockchain technology, and the innovations brought about by decentralized applications and DeFi
J.D. and membership with at least one state bar
Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills for both in-person and remote audiences
Ability to own, organize, prioritize, and manage projects effectively

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance with 100% employer-paid premiums for employees and their dependents on select plans
Company HSA, FSA, Dependent Care, 401k, and commuter benefits
Employer-funded life and disability insurance coverage
11 Observed Holidays & PTO plan
Up to 12 weeks paid family leave
Continuing education reimbursement

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Hard Skills & Tools

securities lawbanking lawinsurance lawfinancial agreements negotiationcompliance regulationsblockchain technologysmart contractsdigital walletsproduct counselingfinancial markets experience

Soft Skills

leadershipstrategic adviceinterpersonal communicationproject managementnegotiation skillsorganizational skillsproblem-solvingrelationship buildingwritten communicationoral communication

Certifications

J.D.state bar membership