JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
8+ years of legal experience focused on financial services, banking, or securities law
Expertise in digital asset regulations and cryptocurrency compliance
Experience with money transmission and securities licensing frameworks
Strong background in contract negotiation and commercial transactions
Knowledge of international regulatory requirements
Proven ability to provide practical legal guidance in fast-paced environments
Excellent communication skills for explaining complex legal concepts
Active bar admission in good standing (California or New York preferred)
Preferred experience at a digital asset company or top-tier law firm
Responsibilities
Provide legal counsel on digital asset regulations across multiple jurisdictions
Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements
Collaborate with compliance teams to ensure regulatory adherence
Support business development by structuring compliant product offerings
Manage relationships with external counsel and regulatory inquiries
Advise on corporate governance and strategic transactions
Lead legal due diligence for partnerships and market entry
Develop legal policies and training materials for stakeholders
Monitor regulatory developments and provide compliance guidance
Support litigation management and dispute resolution efforts
Benefits
Competitive base salary, bonus, and stock options
100% company-paid health insurance for employee, partner, and dependents
Up to 4% 401k company match
Paid parental leave and vacation
Free custom lunches, dinners, and snacks
Computer equipment and workplace furniture to suit your needs
Great colleagues and inspiring startup environment
Full Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Deputy General Counsel to join BitGo's legal team and support our mission of providing secure digital asset infrastructure to institutional clients worldwide. This role will work closely with our General Counsel to navigate the complex regulatory landscape governing digital assets while supporting business operations across custody, trading, and financial services. The Deputy General Counsel will play a critical role in ensuring compliance with evolving regulations, managing legal risk, and enabling business growth in the rapidly expanding digital asset sector. This position requires deep expertise in financial services law, regulatory compliance, and the unique legal challenges facing digital asset companies.
Responsibilities:
Provide legal counsel on digital asset custody, trading, and financial services regulations across multiple jurisdictions
Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements including custody agreements, trading contracts, and enterprise client arrangements
Collaborate with compliance teams to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements including AML, KYC, and licensing obligations
Support business development initiatives by structuring legally compliant product offerings and service expansions
Manage relationships with external counsel and coordinate responses to regulatory inquiries and examinations
Advise on corporate governance matters, board resolutions, and strategic transactions
Lead legal due diligence for partnerships, acquisitions, and new market entry initiatives
Develop and maintain legal policies, procedures, and training materials for business stakeholders
Monitor regulatory developments in digital assets and provide strategic guidance on compliance implications
Support litigation management and dispute resolution efforts as needed
Requirements:
JD from accredited law school with strong academic credentials
8+ years of legal experience with focus on financial services, banking, or securities law
Demonstrated expertise in digital asset regulations, cryptocurrency compliance, or fintech legal matters
Experience with money transmission, banking, or securities licensing and regulatory frameworks
Strong background in contract negotiation and commercial transaction structuring
Knowledge of international regulatory requirements and cross-border compliance issues
Proven ability to provide practical legal guidance in fast-paced, high-growth environments
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to explain complex legal concepts to business stakeholders
Active bar admission in good standing (California or New York preferred)
Previous experience at a digital asset company, financial institution, or top-tier law firm strongly preferred
Pay Transparency Notice: Depending upon your leveling and location, the compensation for this role averages between $275,000 - 320,000 USD base salary.
Here are some of the benefits* of working at BitGo:
Competitive base salary, bonus and stock options
100% company paid health insurance for employee, partner and dependents
Up to 4% 401k company match
Paid parental leave, Paid vacation
Free custom lunches, dinners and snacks
Computer equipment and workplace furniture to suit your needs
Great colleagues and inspiring startup environment
*Benefits may vary based on location
About BitGo
BitGo is a blockchain security company that provides institutional-grade storage solutions for digital assets. Their platform is used by some of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchanges and financial institutions to secure their digital assets. BitGo offers a range of services, including multi-signature wallets, cold storage solutions, and institutional custody services. They were founded in 2013 and are headquartered in Palo Alto, California. In 2018, BitGo received regulatory approval to launch a qualified custodian for digital assets, making them one of the first companies to offer this service.
