Attorney, Digital Assets – Executive Director

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. Provide legal and regulatory support on digital assets, including spot cryptocurrencies, tokens, lending, stablecoins, and related Exchange Traded Products .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $165,000 - $275,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive legal expertise in digital assets, including cryptocurrencies and broker-dealer regulations, with strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills. Proven ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and collaborate effectively across various teams.

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J.D. From An Accredited Law School10+ Years Of Legal Experience In Financial ServicesKnowledge Of Securities Exchange Act Of 1934Expertise In FINRA Rules And Regulation TStrong Drafting And Negotiation Skills

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Hard Skills

Legal And Regulatory SupportDrafting Disclosures And Governance DocumentsRegulatory Compliance ImplementationNegotiating AgreementsClient Arbitration And Litigation Support

Soft Skills

Highly Developed Written And Oral Communication SkillsOrganizational And Time Management SkillsStrong Interpersonal SkillsResourcefulness And Personal Accountability

Certifications & Qualifications

Member In Good Standing Of A State Bar

Industry Keywords

Digital AssetsCryptocurrenciesBroker-Dealer RegulationEquities And Options TradingRegulatory Inquiries And Investigations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide legal and regulatory support on digital assets, including spot cryptocurrencies, tokens, lending, stablecoins, and related Exchange Traded Products
Support online trading of equities and options
Interpret and advise on applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Assist colleagues in navigating areas where statutory and regulatory clarity is nascent or absent
Draft, review, and revise disclosures, disclaimers, governance documents, and educational and marketing content
Advise on the development and rollout of new trading products and services
Assist with regulatory inquiries, examinations, and investigations, as well as client arbitration and litigation matters
Negotiate agreements with counterparties
Review and update client agreements, forms, and applications
Assess the impact of new and amended industry rules and regulatory developments
Contribute to implementation of and compliance with regulatory changes
Respond to client- and platform-related issues
Participate in internal working groups and governance forums
Collaborate with business, technology, operations, compliance, litigation, regulatory affairs, and risk teams
Perform other duties and functions as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Undergraduate degree from a 4-year institution
J.D. from an accredited law school, with superior academic credentials
Member in good standing of a state bar
At least 10 years of legal experience in the financial services industry and/or private practice, with a particular focus on digital assets and broker-dealer regulation
Broad knowledge of and experience with substantial aspects of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, FINRA rules, and Regulation T of the Federal Reserve Board
Highly developed written and oral communication skills
Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, and exceptional attention to detail
Proven organizational and time management skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple assignments, work independently to solve problems, and meet deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills to foster teamwork, influence decision-making, and maintain effective working relationships with internal colleagues and external clients and regulators
Ability to identify issues and assist development of remedial enhancements, including with respect to form agreements, policies, procedures, and control processes
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Resourcefulness and personal accountability
Comfort working in a large organization, including with various teams across departments both in-person and in virtual settings

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive employee benefits and perks
Benefits and support for employees and their families throughout their work-life journey
Opportunity for internal mobility across the business
Incentive compensation
Discretionary bonuses
Other short- and long-term incentive packages
Morgan Stanley-sponsored benefit programs