Product Counsel

CoinList is where the world’s best crypto projects build their communities and early adopters invest in and trade top-tier digital assets. Our mission is to accelerate the advancement of blockchain technology by finding the best emerging blockchain projects and helping them succeed. CoinList is the global leader in new token issuance, helping blue chip projects such as Solana, Filecoin, Celo, Dapper Labs, and others raise over $1 billion and connect them with hundreds of thousands of new token holders. We support the full lifecycle of crypto investment, from token sales through token distribution, trading, and crypto-specific services such as staking and access to decentralized-finance opportunities. CoinList users trade and store Bitcoin, Ether, and several other popular crypto assets through CoinList.co, CoinList Pro (our full-service exchange), and mobile apps, while also receiving exclusive access to the best new tokens before they list on other exchanges.

Unlike other centralized crypto finance platforms, we're not here to just build a bank or a brokerage. We're building the platform for people who are passionate about moving crypto forward, and we’re just getting started. Come join us and propel the future of crypto!

The Opportunity

The Junior Product Counsel will support our product, engineering, and compliance teams by providing legal guidance on a variety of issues related to the development and launch of our crypto products and services, with a particular focus on prime brokerage and trading activities. This role is ideal for a proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment and has a strong interest in cryptocurrency, blockchain technology, and fintech.

Who You Are

• You're passionate about cryptocurrency and understanding of the basics. CoinList’s mission is to support top crypto companies and their communities, and you share our enthusiasm for distributed ledger technology.
• You’re well-versed in the legal challenges of offering crypto assets in the U.S. and have a proven track record of managing global legal initiatives.
• Your background in business development gives you first-hand experience with launching products and closing deals. You’ve navigated the challenges of starting a business and understand what it takes to make a deal happen.
• You thrive in uncertainty, offering clear opinions and finding creative solutions in a still-evolving industry. You balance practical conservatism with innovation to advance business ideas.
• You're self-sufficient, working independently to achieve results quickly. Your good judgment ensures progress without waiting for direction.
• You pitch in, no matter the task. As part of our small, agile team, you’re ready to pitch in wherever needed. You value contributing to the team's success, no matter the task.

What you will do:

• Provide legal support for product development teams from ideation to launch, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, particularly those related to prime brokerage and trading.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts and agreements, including terms of service, privacy policies, licensing agreements, and trading-related documents.
• Conduct legal research and stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends affecting the cryptocurrency, prime brokerage, and trading sectors.
• Assist in developing and implementing compliance programs and policies to mitigate legal risks and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product management, compliance, and trading, to address legal and regulatory issues.
• Advise on intellectual property matters, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights, related to our products and services.
• Support the legal team in handling corporate governance, risk management, and other general corporate matters.

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree or equivalent from an accredited law school 
• 1-3 years of legal experience, preferably with experience in fintech, cryptocurrency, prime brokerage, or trading companies.
• Strong understanding of U.S. and international laws and regulations related to cryptocurrencies, blockchain technology, and financial services, with a focus on trading and brokerage activities.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with regulatory compliance in the financial services industry, particularly related to prime brokerage and trading.
• Knowledge of smart contracts, decentralized finance (DeFi), and non-fungible tokens (NFTs).
• Previous in-house legal experience or experience working with startups.