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Circle

Special Counsel, Digital Assets

Circle · remote · senior · full-time · $200000–$262500 USD
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Job description
Circle is a leading internet financial platform company, building the foundation of a more open, global economy through digital assets, payment applications, and programmable blockchain infrastructure. Circle's platform includes the world's largest regulated stablecoin network anchored by USDC.
Responsibilities
- Advise on legal structures and regulatory considerations related to digital asset issuance and custody frameworks. - Partner with Product and Engineering to support the design and launch of new platform features. - Assess legal and regulatory implications of incorporating AI into asset lifecycle management. - Analyze global regulatory developments and translate them into actionable guidance. - Lead legal support for complex product initiatives. - Draft and review product-related agreements and policies. - Identify legal risks early in roadmap planning.
Requirements
- 7+ years of legal experience, including at a leading law firm or in-house at a fintech or crypto company. - Deep experience advising on digital asset products and blockchain-based systems. - Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks impacting digital assets. - Ability to lead high-impact legal initiatives across cross-functional teams. - JD or equivalent with active membership in at least one U.S. state bar.
Conditions
- Base pay range: $200,000 - $262,500. - Equal opportunity employer. - Flexible work environment with a focus on innovation and stakeholder engagement.
About Circle
Circle is a global financial technology company that issues stablecoins (USDC and EURC) and provides a full-stack platform for digital payments and blockchain infrastructure. The company enables businesses and financial institutions to integrate digital currencies and public blockchains for payments, commerce, and financial applications worldwide.
FinTech, Crypto, DeFi · 200-1000 · New York City, United States · Founded 2013 · http://circle.com/
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