Regulatory Counsel - US
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- Provide expert legal guidance on U.S. regulatory and law enforcement expectations, particularly those relating to crypto and financial regulations, AML, sanctions, securities laws, commodities laws, and other relevant regulatory frameworks.
- Coordinate with members of the Legal Department and management regarding regulatory litigation matters and relationships with U.S. government agencies and regulatory bodies.
- Advise on the company’s response to regulatory investigations, enforcement actions, and compliance reviews, particularly as they relate to and impact AML and sanctions compliance programs.
- Communicate with U.S. regulatory agencies, and their agents, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
- Provide guidance and counsel in coordination with cross-functional teams to effectively comply with legal obligations.
- Partner closely with internal stakeholders, including compliance, risk, and business teams, to address complex legal and regulatory matters of significant sensitivity and impact within the U.S. jurisdiction.
- Provide advice on evolving U.S. regulatory developments affecting the crypto and financial sectors, advising the business on potential risks and compliance strategies.
- Support regulatory filings, investigations, remediation efforts and enforcement matters as needed.
- Demonstrated expertise assisting with legal issues, including experience with litigation and contentious regulatory matters, preferably involving U.S. financial regulators such as FinCEN, SEC, CFTC, OFAC, and state regulators.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. AML and sanctions compliance programs, with practical experience supporting or advising on these frameworks.
- Deep understanding of U.S. financial products, including spot trading, margin trading, futures, and options, especially within the crypto industry.
- Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage complex legal issues proactively.
- Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills, capable of conveying complex legal concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
- In-house legal experience and experience with internal remediation efforts are a plus.
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