Counsel, Structured Finance

falconx; New York (NY); On-site; USD 162,000 - 219,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Equity

Benefits package

Job summary

FalconX is seeking an experienced Counsel, Structured Finance to guide legal strategy for credit products, lending platforms, and related facilities. You will collaborate with Product, Markets, Risk, Operations, and Compliance to shape compliant, scalable solutions in a dynamic digital asset market.

The role requires a J.D. with 4–7 years of relevant experience in fintech, crypto, or traditional finance, plus strong negotiation and drafting skills.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing in a U.S. jurisdiction.
• 4–7 years of relevant legal experience with credit, lending, or structured finance for financial institutions, fintechs, or digital asset firms.
• Strong knowledge of secured lending, margin, and collateral management practices.

Responsibilities

• Credit product support: advise on structuring, docs, and negotiation of digital asset loans and credit facilities.
• Regulatory & compliance advisory: analyze US and international frameworks for digital asset lending and monitor regulatory developments.
• Risk management: identify and mitigate legal risks in credit extensions, collateral, and insolvency scenarios.
• Dispute resolution & enforcement: manage disputes, workouts, and recoveries arising from credit transactions.
• Cross-functional collaboration: work with Markets, Operations, Risk, and Tech to ensure seamless execution and educate partners on legal issues.

Skills

Legal advisory

Structured finance

Regulatory compliance

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Job description

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.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Counsel, Structured Finance to join our legal team as a primary legal advisor to FalconX's credit businesses. In this high‑impact role, you will provide strategic legal guidance on all aspects of digital asset lending, margin, borrowing, and other credit‑related activities. You will work cross‑functionally with Product, Markets, Risk, Operations, and Compliance teams to support new product development, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage legal risk in a rapidly evolving market.

Key Responsibilities

Credit Product Support:

• Advise on the structuring, negotiation, and documentation of digital asset loans, margin facilities, borrowing structures, and other credit arrangements.


• Draft, review, and negotiate master loan agreements, collateral agreements, security documents, and related transactional documentation.


• Partner with Product and Business Development teams to design and launch new credit products and structures.

Regulatory & Compliance Advisory:

• Analyze and advise on U.S. and international legal and regulatory frameworks applicable to digital asset lending, including securities, commodities, banking, and consumer protection laws.


• Monitor regulatory developments impacting digital asset credit markets and communicate implications to internal stakeholders.


• Collaborate with Compliance to develop and maintain policies, procedures, and controls for credit operations.

Risk Management:

• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks associated with credit extension, collateral management, counterparty default, and insolvency scenarios.


• Support the development and implementation of robust risk management frameworks for credit exposures.

Dispute Resolution & Enforcement:

• Manage and resolve disputes, litigation, or enforcement actions arising from credit transactions or counterparties.


• Oversee workout, restructuring, and recovery efforts in distressed situations.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with Markets, Operations, Risk, and Technology teams to ensure seamless execution and settlement of credit transactions.


• Educate business partners on legal and regulatory issues affecting the credit business.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school; active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.


• 4 - 7 years of relevant legal experience, with significant time spent advising on credit, lending, or structured finance matters for financial institutions, fintechs, or digital asset firms.


• Deep understanding of secured lending, margin, and collateral management practices.


• Familiarity with UCC Article 9, bankruptcy/insolvency regimes, and digital asset custody considerations.


• Experience drafting and negotiating complex credit and collateral documentation.


• Strong knowledge of the regulatory landscape for digital assets and/or traditional credit products.


• Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.


• Prior experience in fintech, crypto, or digital asset environments preferred.

The base pay for this role is expected to be between $162,000 - $219,000 in the New York City Area. 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.

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Inclusivity Statement

FalconX is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, equitable, and safe workspace for all people. Our roles are intended for people from all walks of life. We encourage all those interested in applying to our organization to submit an application regardless if you are missing some of the listed background requirements, skills, or experiences! As part of our commitment to inclusivity, FalconX would like to acknowledge that the EEOC survey has limited potential responses that you can select.