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As Legal Counsel, you will lead and elevate Akuna’s North American legal function across a wide range of areas, including commercial contracting, policy drafting and implementation, corporate governance, HR and employment matters, regulatory and securities law updates, venture capital investments, and litigation management. You will partner closely with all aspects of the firm including senior management, business teams, and report into the Head of Legal and Compliance.
Job Responsibility:
Lead negotiation and oversight of trading, vendor, and market-facing agreements while establishing consistent firmwide contracting standards
Oversee corporate governance documents, intercompany agreements, and shareholder matters to support global operational and tax structures
Advise senior leadership on legal risks and considerations related to new markets, trading products, technologies, and strategic initiatives
Monitor and interpret U.S. and international regulatory developments, providing clear guidance on operational and compliance impacts
Support venture investments and corporate transactions, including documentation, diligence, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders
Oversee global insurance programs and policy reviews across liability, property, EPLI, FI bond, and ERISA lines
Advise on employment-related agreements while supporting HR on global employment law developments and compliance
Respond to subpoenas, inquiries, and information requests, and oversee outside counsel in active litigation matters
Manage litigation holds and guides internal stakeholders on documentation, preservation, and risk considerations
Collaborate with the Human Resources and Recruitment teams to monitor and implement updates in labor and employment laws, provide practical guidance on workplace policies, and advise on employee relations and day-to-day employment issues
Requirements:
Juris Doctor and active licensure in good standing (Illinois or New York preferred)
Minimum of 5+ years of relevant legal experience at an exchange, regulator, law firm, and/or as in-house legal counsel
Regulatory & Compliance Expertise - knowledge of U.S. and international regulations, including SEC, FINRA, CFTC, NFA, and major exchanges
Corporate & Transactional Skills – exposure to corporate transactions, such as venture investments, M&A, or financing arrangements. Experience reviewing and negotiating trading-related agreements
familiarity with derivatives, market structure, and proprietary trading environments is beneficial
Excellent analytical, drafting, and communication skills
Experience working on cross-functional or cross-regional projects with a demonstrated ability to manage projects independently in a fast-moving environment
What we offer:
discretionary performance bonus
employer-paid medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, and other benefits
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