Deputy General Counsel

About the role

BitGo (NYSE: BTGO) is the digital asset infrastructure company delivering custody, wallets, staking, trading, financing, stablecoins, and settlement services from regulated cold storage. Since 2013, BitGo has focused on accelerating the transition of the financial system to a digital asset economy. BitGo maintains a global presence and multiple regulated entities, including BitGo Bank & Trust, National Association, the first federally chartered digital asset trust bank owned by a publicly traded company. Today, BitGo serves thousands of institutions, including many of the industry's top brands, financial institutions, exchanges, and platforms, and millions of investors worldwide. For more information, visit www.bitgo.com.

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

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