Senior Counsel

Xsolla

Senior Counsel providing strategic legal counsel and compliance guidance at Xsolla, a global commerce company in the gaming industry.

Posted 6/10/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $147,800 - $232,700 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide expert legal advice and guidance on a broad range of corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters, including fintech, crypto, and securities.
Draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts, including partnership, licensing, employment, and vendor agreements
Advise on compliance with US and international laws relevant to the gaming, finance, and technology sectors
Support mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions
Advise on digital asset offerings, token structures, and blockchain-based products, including analysis of securities law implications under federal and state regulations
Monitor and interpret SEC, CFTC, FinCEN, and state regulatory developments affecting digital assets and payment systems
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate legal risks
Develop and implement policies, procedures, and training to ensure ongoing compliance
Represent Xsolla in legal proceedings, regulatory inquiries, and negotiations as needed
Monitor changes in relevant legislation and assess impact on business operations
Mentor and provide guidance to junior legal team members

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school; active membership in good standing with the California State Bar
Minimum 7 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in-house at a technology or gaming company, or at a top law firm
Litigation experience is strongly preferred
Deep knowledge of corporate, commercial, and regulatory law
Substantive experience advising on securities law matters, including SEC regulations, private placements, and investment company considerations
Demonstrated expertise in fintech, payment processing, cryptocurrency and digital asset legal frameworks
Experience negotiating and drafting complex commercial agreements
Strong business acumen and ability to balance legal risk with business objectives
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
High ethical standards and sound judgment
Experience with international legal matters and data privacy is a plus
Familiarity with AML/KYC requirements and sanctions compliance preferred
Strong understanding of Google Suite and Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, etc.)

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision plans
Unlimited Flexible Time Off
Personalized career roadmap for each employee
Professional development through training and educational opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

Juris Doctor (JD)corporate lawcommercial lawregulatory lawsecurities lawfintechcryptocurrencydigital asset legal frameworkscontract negotiationlitigation

Soft Skills

written communicationverbal communicationbusiness acumenindependent workethical standardssound judgmentprioritizationmentoringcollaborationrisk management

Certifications

California State Bar membership