# General Counsel at Blockstream

- Company: Blockstream
- What the company does: Blockstream is the global leader in Bitcoin and blockchain technologies, building the foundations for the financial infrastructure of the future.
- Company website: https://blockstream.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Menlo Park
- Work setup: Remote
- Posted: 2026-05-28
- Apply by: 2026-10-08
- Apply: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/blockstream/b2d86bc3-6b4f-44e1-bf52-345039443a85
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/blockstream-general-counsel/

## About the role

Blockstream is seeking an experienced, strategic, and business-oriented General Counsel to lead the company’s global legal, compliance, and regulatory functions. This executive leadership role will serve as a key advisor to the executive team and Board of Directors, helping guide the company through complex legal, regulatory, commercial, and operational matters in the rapidly evolving digital asset and financial technology landscape.

## What they're looking for

- Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree from an accredited institution and active membership in good standing with at least one state/provincial bar association
- 12+ years of legal experience, including substantial in-house leadership experience within fintech, cryptocurrency, blockchain, financial services, payments, SaaS, or other highly regulated technology industries
- Demonstrated experience serving as General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, or senior legal executive in a fast-growing global organization
- Deep expertise in commercial transactions, including drafting and negotiating complex agreements related to enterprise software, APIs, partnerships, licensing, custody, token issuance, infrastructure, and technology services
- Strong knowledge of global regulatory frameworks affecting crypto, blockchain, fintech, securities, payments, AML/KYC, sanctions, privacy, and digital assets
- Experience advising executive leadership teams and Boards of Directors on corporate governance, legal strategy, risk management, financing activities, mergers & acquisitions, and organizational structuring

Tags: Legal