Counsel, Corporate and Fintech Products

Who are we? FalconX is a pioneering team of operators, investors, and builders committed to revolutionizing institutional access to the crypto markets. Operating at the intersection of traditional finance and cutting-edge technology, FalconX addresses the industry's foremost challenges: Navigating the digital asset market can be complex and fragmented, with limited products and services that support trading strategies, structures, and liquidity found in conventional financial markets. As a comprehensive solution for all digital asset strategies from start to scale, FalconX operates as the connective tissue empowering clients with seamless navigation through the ever- evolving cryptocurrency landscape. About the Role As Counsel, Corporate and FinTech Product , you will be a cornerstone of the FalconX legal team, driving the execution of our global commercial strategy while safeguarding the firm’s corporate integrity. You will provide strategic legal guidance across a broad spectrum of corporate, regulatory, and transactional matters. This role requires a high-energy "builder" mindset, working cross-functionally to support rapid business initiatives and ensuring compliance with evolving global regulations. Responsibilities Commercial Contracting: Lead the drafting, negotiation, and review of complex commercial agreements, including SaaS licensing, strategic partnerships, vendor services, and client-facing institutional trading agreements. Corporate Governance: Provide legal counsel on corporate governance frameworks, manage entity management tasks, and assist in preparing materials for Board of Directors meetings. Intellectual Property: Oversee and protect FalconX’s IP portfolio, including managing trademark filings, advising on patent strategy, and ensuring IP protections are robust in all third-party collaborations. General Corporate Matters: Support equity plan administration, internal restructurings, and intercompany agreements. Regulatory Monitoring: Track global regulatory developments in the digital asset and financial services space, advising stakeholders on future amendments or risks to our commercial product suite. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Product, Engineering, and Sales teams to launch new features while adhering to financial regulations. Risk & Dispute Management: Assist in handling commercial disputes, regulatory inquiries, and the development of internal legal policies. Requirements Education: Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent legal degree from an accredited institution. Bar Admission: Active admission to a State Bar and in good standing. Experience: 5+ years of legal experience, ideally beginning at a top-tier law firm followed by in-house experience at a high-growth fintech or digital asset platform. Subject Matter Expertise: Deep experience in corporate law, commercial transactions (specifically SaaS and partnerships), and fintech regulations. Crypto Fluency: Familiarity or expressed interest with cryptocurrency, blockchain technology, and the associated global regulatory frameworks. Soft Skills: Ability to distill complex legal concepts into actionable business advice for non-legal stakeholders. The base pay for this role is expected to be between $196,000 - $248,000 in New York City. This expected base pay range is based on information at the time this post was generated. This role will also be eligible for other forms of compensation such as a performance linked bonus, equity, and a competitive benefits package. Actual compensation for a successful candidate will be determined based on a number of factors such as location, skillset, experience, qualifications and the level at which the candidate is hired. IMPORTANT: Recruitment Fraud Alert FalconX has been made aware of fraudulent job postings and "recruiters" misrepresenting our brand. To ensure your security, please note the following: Official Communication: We only communicate through official email addresses ending in @falconx .