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About the Role
Join us in building the future of finance.
Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades—the largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you're ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading.
About the team + role
We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world's biggest financial problems. We're looking for bold thinkers, sharp problem-solvers, and builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn't a place for complacency; it's where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We're a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do.
We are looking for an experienced and innovative attorney to join our regulatory and product counsel team as Assistant General Counsel, Canada, reporting to the Senior Director and Deputy General Counsel, Crypto at Robinhood. In this role, you’ll partner directly with our product and compliance teams on product launches and provide ongoing legal counsel. This role is based in our Toronto office with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week.
Key Technical Responsibilities
- check_circle Provide end-to-end counseling on a range of retail cryptocurrency products and services, collaborating with colleagues and cross-functional stakeholders across the company
- check_circle Respond promptly to a wide range of sophisticated legal requests and coordinate closely with internal stakeholders and outside counsel to deliver practical, timely and high-quality advice
- check_circle Identify and assess legal and regulatory risks, and find creative ways to mitigate them while achieving product goals
- check_circle Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
- check_circle Advise on legal and regulatory developments related to cryptocurrency in Canada
- check_circle Engage directly with Canadian securities regulators and self-regulatory organizations on matters of compliance and innovation
- check_circle Develop trusted relationships to facilitate a coordinated team approach to launching new products and features
- check_circle Be a business partner and think like a proactive product owner, not just a legal advisor
- check_circle Pitch in on whatever legal work needs doing, whenever it needs to be done
Prerequisites & Qualifications
- check J.D. degree from a law school accredited by the Federation of Law Societies of Canada
- check Membership in at least 1 Canadian province or territory bar, with good standing
- check 7+ years of relevant work experience at a law firm, government agency and/or technology, financial services, brokerage or fintech company
- check Experience with legal and regulatory requirements applicable to crypto, securities, derivatives, money transmission, and/or sanctions
- check Extraordinary interpersonal and communication skills and phenomenal ability to communicate information effectively internally and externally, including to non-legal audiences, and to drive cross-functional alignment and action
- check A motivated approach with the modesty, determination, and innovation to accomplish tasks
About Robinhood Greenhouse Board
Verified hiring organization details.
Robinhood Greenhouse Board is a technology and software entity operating under the broader Robinhood ecosystem, with key operational locations in Denver, CO, and Westlake, TX. The organization focuses on technical development and talent acquisition initiatives to support Robinhood's mission of democratizing finance for all.