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zerohash

Associate Counsel

zerohash, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Overview We are seeking a highly motivated in-house Associate Counsel to join Zero Hash. The ideal candidate will have law firm and in-house experience supporting high growth companies with a broad scope of topics. This role will support the commercial contract and regulatory function, and will autonomously drive projects to completion by partnering with cross-functional teams inside and outside the legal department. Extensive experience within the fintech and cryptocurrency sectors is a major plus.

If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below. Key Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including NDAs, client services agreements, vendor contracts, and partnership agreements. Provide legal advice and support on regulatory matters, including compliance with financial regulations, data protection laws, and cryptocurrency-specific legislation. Collaborate with internal teams to develop and implement compliance policies and procedures. Draft regulatory and law enforcement communications in response to regular requests and coordinate with senior attorneys on those matters. Monitor and analyze legal and regulatory developments in finance, fintech, and cryptocurrency, and advise on their impact on the company’s operations. Assist in managing legal risks and provide strategic advice to support business objectives. Liaise with external counsel as needed to address complex issues. Support corporate governance matters and ensure adherence to internal policies and standards. Conduct legal research and provide training to internal stakeholders on relevant topics. Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school. Active admission to the bar in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. 4–6 years of legal experience, with a focus on commercial and regulatory work in the fintech or cryptocurrency sectors. In-depth knowledge of financial and cryptocurrency regulations, including securities laws, AML/KYC requirements, and data protection laws. Proven experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams. High level of drive, integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility. Benefits

Healthcare Insurance: Zero Hash covers roughly 100% of employee premiums (U.S. Only) Opportunity to earn equity Vision Insurance (US Only) Dental Insurance (US Only) Maternity & Paternity leave Visa sponsorship 401k (US Only) About Zero Hash Zero Hash is a B2B embedded infrastructure platform that enables platforms to integrate digital assets natively into their customer experience via API endpoints. We power neo-banks, broker-dealers, and payment groups to offer digital asset trading and custody, crypto-backed rewards and round-up programs. Our thesis: every financial services firm will offer digital assets within the next 2 years and will do so through platforms like Zero Hash. We are defining the new FinTech vertical of crypto-as-a-service. Clients include MoneyLion, Wirex, Deserve, Tastytrade. Backed by Point72 Ventures, NYCA, Bain Capital, Tastytrade. The Zero Hash Culture

Independence/Ownership — work autonomously, pitch ideas, and shape your work. Passion — innovate quickly, think big, and make a difference every day. Collaborative — we are teammates; success and failure are shared. Initiative — learn, ask questions, and be proactive. Empathy — listen, respect, and understand others. Adaptability — respond quickly in a fast-paced industry. Transparency — empower decisions through openness. Integrity — trust and ethical behavior as core assets.

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