Senior Counsel for Product - Remote at Jobgether

, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial regulation, Blockchain, Payments regulation, Money transmission, Compliance policy, Product governance, KYC, AML, Data privacy, Legal advisory, Fintech, Risk management, Regulatory compliance, Contract management

Industry

Internet Marketplace Platforms

Description

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Counsel - REMOTE. In this critical role, you will shape the development of next-generation payment infrastructures within the U.S. regulatory framework. Collaborating with product and engineering teams, your focus will be on launching and scaling blockchain-driven payment solutions that comply with evolving financial regulations. This position transcends traditional legal advisory, allowing you to define compliance policies and frameworks essential for innovation. If you're driven to overcome complex regulatory challenges while promoting responsible financial innovation, this role presents a unique opportunity for significant impact. \n Accountabilities Serve as the primary legal advisor to product and engineering teams developing blockchain-based payments and financial infrastructure Provide proactive legal and regulatory guidance on US financial services laws and frameworks, including money transmission and payments regulation Design, implement, and evolve internal compliance policies and product governance frameworks aligned with US regulations Collaborate with compliance, risk, and security teams to embed controls into product design, including KYC, AML, and data privacy Translate complex regulatory requirements into clear guidance for product, engineering, and business teams Ensure product strategy aligns with legal and regulatory standards by collaborating cross-functionally Manage external counsel regarding specialized regulatory matters and support internal reviews related to product risk Requirements J.D. degree from an accredited law school and active admission to at least one U.S. state bar 7+ years of legal experience in a law firm or in-house, particularly in fintech, payments, banking, or blockchain Strong expertise in US financial services regulation, specifically in money transmission and payments compliance Experience advising on product legal and compliance matters in fintech, cryptocurrency, or payments Proven ability to develop compliance policies and governance frameworks within financial services or tech contexts Capacity to translate regulatory requirements into actionable guidelines in a fast-paced environment Benefits Remote first global workforce Industry leading Medical, Dental and Vision health insurance Company matching 401k with 3% match $1,500 Home Office Set Up Allowance (lifetime max) $75 Monthly internet or phone reimbursement Flexible Time Off Company issued laptop Egg freezing, mental health, and wellness benefits \n Why Apply Through Jobgether? We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time. #LI-CL1

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary legal advisor for blockchain-based payment infrastructure and product development. Design and implement internal compliance policies while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory alignment.