Senior Counsel, Regulatory - US

Our Krakenites are a world-class team with crypto conviction, united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology.

What makes us different?

Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values. As a Krakenite, you’ll join us on our mission to accelerate the global adoption of crypto, so that everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. For over a decade, Kraken’s focus on our mission and crypto ethos has attracted many of the most talented crypto experts in the world.

Before you apply, please read the Kraken Culture page to learn more about our internal culture, values, and mission.

As a fully remote company, we have Krakenites in 70+ countries who speak over 50 languages. Krakenites are industry pioneers who develop premium crypto products for experienced traders, institutions, and newcomers to the space. Kraken is committed to industry-leading security, crypto education, and world-class client support through our products like Kraken Pro, Kraken NFT, and Kraken Futures.

Become a Krakenite and build the future of crypto!

The team

Join our growing regulatory legal team (20 professionals) working on a range of matters such as advisory work, licensing, regulatory inquiries and product launches - all to further Kraken’s mission.

This is a fully remote role for a lawyer licensed to practice in the United States.

The Opportunity

• Plan and implement company-wide strategy for rapidly evolving regulatory landscape in the crypto industry

• Guide new product creation and regulatory strategy working with the product, business expansion and strategy teams

• Work with prominent financial services regulators on cutting-edge regulatory issues

• Advise and consult with the business and control functions on legal obligations under applicable regulatory regimes

• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned 

Skills You Should HODL

• 7+ years of relevant experience applying financial laws and regulations, whether at a top law firm, in house or at a regulator or self-regulatory organization 

• JD from a well-regarded law school and membership (in good standing) in a US state bar

• Strong analytical, writing and organizational skills

• Ability to distill complex legal and regulatory advice into understandable and actionable guidance for non-lawyers 

• Mindset that is team-oriented, plus proactive and entrepreneurial; an opportunity-making person who uses the law to increase the company’s optionality

• Interest in the crypto industry / what our company is offering to the world and why

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