Associate General Counsel, Digital Assets

Nasdaq • Philadelphia, PA

1d • $134,000 - $248,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

As Associate General Counsel reporting to the VP Deputy General Counsel, you'll play a critical role in providing legal and regulatory guidance on digital assets, cryptocurrencies, and blockchain initiatives while serving as a regulatory generalist within Nasdaq's award-winning Legal Division. You'll thrive in this position if you're strategic, collaborative, and bring deep expertise in digital assets regulation to a fast-paced, innovative environment where you can make measurable impact on emerging market opportunities.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and active bar membership in good standing.
• 10–12 years of legal experience with significant focus on digital assets, cryptocurrency, or blockchain regulatory matters.
• In-house legal experience at a digital assets company or law firm experience advising digital asset clients.
• Strong ability to apply federal securities and commodities laws to emerging digital asset markets.
• Clear communicator with experience in collaborative, cross-functional legal environments.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).
• Expertise in anti-money laundering (AML) laws and regulations.
• Familiarity with international digital asset regulations and cross-border compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Advise Nasdaq's Digital Assets business on evolving legal and regulatory requirements for digital asset securities, crypto trading, tokenization, and blockchain products.
• Draft and review regulatory filings, legal documents, and submissions required to advance business objectives and maintain compliance.
• Provide guidance on federal securities and commodities laws, anti-money laundering regulations, and state and international regulatory frameworks.
• Partner with cross-functional teams across the U.S. and Europe to align legal strategy with business priorities.
• Support investigations, litigation matters, and enforcement inquiries while advising on company policies and legal requirements.

Benefits

• 401(k) program with 6% employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount
• Student loan repayment program up to $10k
• Company paid life and disability plans
• Generous paid time off
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Health spending account with employer contribution
• Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing
• Gym membership discounts
• Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions)
• Paid parental leave
• Fertility benefits
• Paid bereavement leave
• Company gift matching program
• Employee resource groups
• Paid volunteer days
• Education Assistance Program
• Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree