General Counsel

Caladan; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in digital assets is seeking a skilled General Counsel to join their New York office. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in financial law, focusing on contracts, derivatives, and regulatory compliance, contributing to the firm's expansion in global markets. This is a pivotal role in a dynamic and rapidly growing sector, offering a competitive salary package and the opportunity to shape the legal framework in a leading tech environment.

Qualifications

• Admitted to the bar in a common law jurisdiction.
• 10+ years in financial products and derivatives.
• Experience with financial regulatory bodies.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating derivatives agreements.
• Overseeing compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborating with stakeholders on contract management.

Skills

Contracts Law

Derivatives

Financial Regulation

Capital Markets

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

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We are seeking a General Counsel with a strong background in contracts law, derivatives, capital markets, and financial regulation. As a global firm, this role can be based in either Singapore, Dubai, or New York City.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Contracts & Derivatives

• Drafting & Negotiation: Prepare, review, and negotiate a range of derivatives documentation, including ISDA Master Agreements, Master Trading Agreements, Credit Support Annexes (CSAs), and related instruments.
• Contract Management: Oversee trading agreements, credit facilities, and other contractual arrangements, ensuring they align with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Coordinate with internal teams and external counterparties to facilitate efficient contract execution and management.
  
  

Regulatory Compliance

• Licensing & Compliance: Work closely with the compliance team to navigate regulatory licensing processes and maintain adherence to requirements set by authorities such as MAS, CFTC, FSA, and ADGM.
• Regulatory Monitoring: Stay abreast of developments in crypto and derivatives regulations, interpreting and advising on their implications for the firm’s operations.
• Market Entry Strategy: Assist in the firm’s expansion into new markets by analyzing and addressing local legal and regulatory frameworks.
  
  

The Ideal Candidate

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree.
• Admitted to the bar in a common law jurisdiction.
• 10+ years demonstrated success in financial products, capital markets, trading, funds, and derivatives, such as:
• Working within or in close collaboration with financial regulatory bodies such as Singapore MAS, United Kingdom FCA, or United States CFTC.
• Working at a well-regarded law firm in the area of capital markets, derivatives, or digital assets, showcasing the ability to navigate complex financial legal landscapes, or;
• Working as an in-house legal counsel at a fund, asset manager or quantitative trading firm, indicating practical experience with trading operations and financial instruments.
• Demonstrated interest in the digital assets industry and a willingness to learn rapidly.
• Ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic environment.
  
  

About Caladan

Caladan makes digital asset markets more efficient and fair. We support exchanges, tokens, and institutional investors with on-exchange liquidity, DeFi expertise, treasury solutions, and investments. Since 2017 we've been a pioneer in crypto market-making, powering over $50B in annual transactions across 1000+ assets.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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