Senior Counsel - Security

6-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

Senior Counsel - Security at Coinbase: Salary, Job Title, and Experience

Senior Counsel - Security is a high-level legal position at Coinbase, a leading cryptocurrency exchange platform. The role involves providing legal guidance and advice to the company's security team, as well as ensuring compliance with international and domestic information security regulations. This is a remote-first position, open to candidates from all over the world.

Salary Information:

- Target annual salary range: $218,450 - $257,000 USD
- Additional benefits include target bonus, target equity, and medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits.

Job Title:

- Senior Counsel - Security

Experience:

- with approximately 6-10 years of experience in cybersecurity law.
- Previous experience in a regulated e-money/payment services or financial services institution or in a law firm supporting such clients is preferred.
- Familiarity with existing and upcoming PSD2/3, Mica, DORA, and other cybersecurity regulations.
- Experience dealing with regulators such as the Financial Conduct Authority and Central Bank of Ireland is preferred.

Job Duties:

- Provide legal guidance and advice to the security team and business executives to ensure compliance with applicable e-money/payment services and financial services laws and regulations.
- Advise on the legal and regulatory compliance of new products and services in the cybersecurity space.
- Monitor and report on regulatory and policy trends and developments related to digital currency and cybersecurity in Europe and other key international jurisdictions.
- Continuously assess operating risks and legal needs to support Coinbase's international business growth.
- Manage outside counsel effectively for specific projects and establish strong domain expertise.

Job Requirements:

- with approximately 6-10 years of experience in cybersecurity law.
- Strong familiarity with existing and upcoming PSD2/3, Mica, DORA, and other cybersecurity regulations.
- Experience dealing with regulators such as the Financial Conduct Authority and Central Bank of Ireland is preferred.
- Ability to manage complex projects and coordinate across multiple time zones.
- Proven ability to provide practical legal advice to business executives with limited supervision.
- Highly driven and proactive with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growth-stage environment with high standards for regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

Nice to Haves:

- Enthusiasm for and basic understanding of digital currencies and blockchain technology.

Coinbase's Commitment to Equal Opportunity:

Coinbase is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in its workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Coinbase also considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Global Data Privacy Notice for Job Candidates and Applicants:

Depending on the location, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) may regulate the way Coinbase manages job applicant data. By submitting an application, you are agreeing to the use and processing of your data as required. For US applicants, you are also agreeing to arbitration of disputes as outlined in the application process.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity:

Coinbase is committed to diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Global Data Privacy Notice for Job Candidates and Applicants:

Depending on your location, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) may regulate the way we manage the data of job applicants. Our full notice outlining how data will be processed as part of the application procedure for applicable locations is available here. By submitting your application, you are agreeing to our use and processing of your data as required. For US applicants only, by submitting your application you are agreeing to arbitration of disputes as outlined here.

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Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)

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Legal advising, Compliance, Risk Management, Regulatory Law, Incident Response, Cross-Entity Oversight, Advocacy, Project Management, Multitasking, Analytical Rigour, Legal Writing, Process Creation, Continuous Improvement, Flexibility, Detail-Oriented, Communication, Negotiation, Time Management

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Interested candidates can apply through the company's website or by submitting their application through the specified job ID.

Qualification and Experience Qualified solicitor in the UK or Ireland

Legal