Legal Counsel

Faraday Future•Gardena, CA

6d•$170,000 - $200,000

About The Position

Faraday Future (FF) is a California-based mobility company, leveraging the latest technologies and world’s best talent to realize exciting new possibilities in mobility. We’re producing user-centric, technology-first vehicles to establish new paradigms in human-vehicle interaction. We’re not just seeking to change how our cars work – we’re seeking to change the way we drive. At FF, we’re creating something new, something connected, and something with a true global impact. We’re seeking a Legal Counsel who can support our fast-growing business across corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters. You’ll work closely with the Head of Legal and cross-functional teams to provide practical advice that keeps us compliant and helps drive innovation in the digital asset space.

Requirements

J.D. or LL.M. degree from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing.
10+ years of experience at a leading law firm or in-house legal department.
Strong foundation in corporate and securities law, with experience advising on fund structures or investment products preferred.
Excellent communication, drafting, and project management skills.
Pragmatic, detail-oriented, and able to balance legal risk with business goals.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in both Mandarin and English.
Experience with crypto fund vehicles, tokenized assets, or cross-border investment structures.
Prior in-house experience at a public company or financial institution.
A genuine fascination for blockchain, token, or fintech legal operations.

Responsibilities

Support fund formation and ongoing operations, including reviewing fund documents, coordinating with external counsel, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and offering requirements.
Assist with public company reporting, corporate governance, and disclosure processes, including preparation and review of SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements) and investor communications.
Draft, review, and negotiate crypto-related commercial agreements, such as digital asset custody, trading, staking, liquidity, and technology service agreements.
Advise internal teams on crypto regulatory and compliance matters, including securities, AML, and custody requirements.
Coordinate with outside counsel and manage cross-border corporate structures and subsidiary maintenance.
Support strategic and special projects, including token initiatives, partnerships, and M&A transactions.