Global Legal & Compliance Counsel

As a member of our legal team, you will be involved in drafting and negotiation of commercial agreements and provide day-to-day legal support for the sales teams.  Additionally, you will play a critical role in driving our global regulatory compliance programs and providing support for strategic initiatives and mitigating associated risks.   
 
As the Global Legal & Compliance Counsel, your responsibilities will include but not limited to: 

• Assisting with drafting of commercial agreements, corporate transactions, attending to corporate governance matters, and general legal operations.
• Developing a close partnership with the global compliance team to educate them on compliance requirements and develop risk-appropriate control implementation solutions. 
• Work with legal, risk and business stakeholders to develop and maintain our compliance policies and control framework. 
• Conducting legal research on various topics and providing summaries and recommendations to the legal team. 
• Identify compliance risks and recommend solutions and implementation strategies to management and employees. 
• Ensure the company’s compliance with global AI laws and regulations, including data protection, privacy, and ethical AI practices. 
• Collaborating with internal departments to ensure legal compliance in company practices and policies. 
• Researching and reviewing global rules and regulations applicable to the firm's business. 
• Documenting issues and implementing solutions in a timely manner after discovery and resolution. 
• Participating in internal and external audits and reviews of the firm's compliance & information security program. 
• Work collaboratively with internal and external counsel, and other internal functions to ensure appropriate compliance practices. 
• Assist with general compliance matters and other projects as needed.

What We're Looking For: 

• 2+ years of compliance or paralegal experience working in a Regulatory Compliance role within the Fintech industry.   
• Law degree from an accredited law school and active licence to practice law.
• Ability to think critically and solve challenges with innovative solutions.  
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues while exercising independent judgment. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
• Familiarity with CLM tools such as Salesforce. 
• Excellent ability to multi-task. 
• Entrepreneurial, self-guided work ethic with results-driven orientation. 
• Excels in a fast-paced, rigorous work environment; effectively prioritizes and meets deadlines. 
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in handling sensitive information. 
• Ability to work in the NYC office near Grand Central at least three days a week.  

Where You’ll Work: 

This is a hybrid role that includes work from home and 3 days in the NYC Office.  
 
An important note on salary: 

The annual pay range for this position is based on the preferred primary location of the role which is listed above. If you are applying to this role at a location that is not the preferred primary location, please keep in mind the salary range will vary and may fall outside of what is listed. Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 

Also note that unsolicited contact from third-party recruiters or agencies will not be considered at this time. We respectfully request no outreach from agencies.