Description:
The Company: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.
Your Role:
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.
Key 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.
Basic Qualifications:
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 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.
($170,000 - $200,000 DOE), plus benefits and incentive plans
Perks + Benefits
- Healthcare + dental + vision benefits (Free for you/discounted for family)
- 401(k) options
- Casual dress code + relaxed work environment
- Culturally diverse, progressive atmosphere
