Regulatory Counsel

The Regulatory Counsel at Paxos will primarily focus on analyzing financial laws and regulations in both the U.S. and foreign jurisdictions to identify business opportunities. This role also involves creating operational templates and playbooks to facilitate international scaling, maintaining existing licenses, and aiding in the acquisition of new regulatory approvals.

To be considered for the Regulatory Counsel position at Paxos, candidates must hold a law degree along with at least four years of legal experience, ideally with exposure to financial regulation. Skills such as effective cross-functional communication and the ability to meet tight deadlines are also crucial.

Paxos offers a competitive compensation package for the Regulatory Counsel role. The expected salary range for candidates based in the United States is between $161,360 and $189,835 USD, with additional benefits including equity and performance-based bonuses.

At Paxos, the culture is dynamic and innovative, encouraging team members in the role of Regulatory Counsel to engage with cutting-edge blockchain technology and contribute to a mission-driven environment. Collaboration across teams and a proactive approach are highly valued.

Yes, Paxos strongly promotes professional development for its employees, including Regulatory Counsel. Opportunities may include further education on financial regulations, conferences, and workshops related to blockchain technology and asset tokenization.

Absolutely! It’s essential to clearly outline your background in evaluating and researching financial regulations. Provide specific examples of how you navigated complex regulatory environments and any successful outcomes you achieved, showcasing your depth of knowledge.

Discuss your process for staying updated on regulatory changes, such as engaging in constant research, attending seminars, and networking with industry peers. Emphasize your proactive strategy in adapting internal policies to align with new regulations.

Highlight specific examples of projects where you worked collaboratively with various departments, emphasizing how effective communication and teamwork led to successful compliance strategies and the achievement of company goals.

Use the STAR method to describe the situation, the task at hand, the action steps you took to meet the deadline, and the results. Focus on your ability to prioritize effectively and use resources wisely to achieve compliance under pressure.

Address your skills in negotiation and conflict resolution. Provide examples where you successfully navigated disagreements by focusing on clear communication and delivering data-driven evidence to support your points.

Discuss your approach to researching existing regulations, understanding business needs, and collaborating with stakeholders to draft clear and user-friendly templates that ensure compliance while supporting operational efficiency.

Share the resources and networks you rely on for updates, such as industry publications, regulatory websites, and attending blockchain-related conferences. Highlight your commitment to continuous learning in this evolving field.

If applicable, detail any past experiences where you interacted with government entities. Focus on how this experience has equipped you to better understand regulatory perspectives and facilitate smoother communication in compliance discussions.

Articulate Paxos’ mission to rebuild the financial infrastructure using blockchain technology. Explain how the Regulatory Counsel role directly supports this mission by ensuring compliance and enabling the safe and responsible expansion of Paxos’ offerings.

Reflect on a real challenge, outlining the specifics and highlighting the strategies you employed to overcome it. This could be anything from navigating a complex regulatory landscape to achieving a successful outcome in a legal matter.