About the Company
This blockchain pioneer is transforming decentralized finance (DeFi) by offering a comprehensive platform for managing digital assets across desktop and mobile. Their mission is to empower individuals with seamless access to decentralized financial products, providing users with the tools to store and manage a wide variety of digital assets. Since its inception in 2015, the company has been fully distributed, and its vision is to help millions transition from traditional finance into the decentralized world by 2030.
Job Overview
This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing blockchain company as Product Counsel. You will play a pivotal role in advising product and compliance teams on the evolving legal landscape of blockchain and digital assets. If you have a strong background in fintech, blockchain, and digital asset regulation, this role will allow you to shape the future of innovative products in a dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead securities law compliance under the Securities Act of 1933 and the Exchange Act of 1934
- Prepare and review 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, Section 16 filings, and other public disclosures
- Own the annual meeting process, including proxy drafting/coordination, governance disclosures, and shareholder proposals
- Advise on Reg FD, insider trading compliance, and investor communications
- Partner with Finance, Accounting, and Investor Relations to ensure accurate, consistent reporting and messaging
- Support Board matters (materials, minutes, governance documentation)
- Monitor SEC and market developments; brief leadership on regulatory changes and best practices
- Provide decisive, business-minded advice in a fast-paced environment with minimal reliance on outside counsel
About You
- 6–8 years of securities and corporate governance experience at a top firm or in-house public company legal team
- Direct, issuer-side responsibility for SEC filings and hands-on proxy experience
- Deep expertise in ’33/’34 Act filings, SEC disclosure rules, and corporate governance frameworks
- Strong understanding of corporate law, public-company operations, and board governance practices
- Excellent legal judgment, communication, and drafting; proven ability to juggle priorities and meet tight deadlines
- J.D. from an accredited law school and licensed in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
- A plus: experience leading annual/special shareholder meetings; background in financial services/fintech/digital assets; comfort in high-growth, tech-driven environments
Preferred Experience
- Familiarity with non-custodial wallets, DeFi platforms, and international regulations around digital assets.
- Experience working with regulatory bodies such as the SEC, CFTC, or international equivalents.
About Whistler Partners
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