Legal Director, X Payments

xAI

Palo Alto, CA, United States
Base: $225,000 - $285,000 usd; bonus/equity: equit...
On-site
8+ years payments law experience
Federal and state payments regulation knowledge
Bsa/aml and dodd-frank compliance expertise
xAI is seeking a Legal Director for its Payments division to manage regulatory and commercial aspects of new payment services globally. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in payments law and a strong understanding of the financial services landscape

Job Summary

  • xAI's mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge.
  • This role requires managing regulatory, product, and commercial aspects of launching new payments services globally while navigating complex domestic and international landscapes.
  • The total rewards package includes base salary, equity, comprehensive medical coverage, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

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xAI is seeking a Legal Director for its Payments division to manage regulatory and commercial aspects of new payment services globally. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in payments law and a strong understanding of the financial services landscape.

Salary

Base: $225,000 - $285,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Equity included; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, 401(k), disability, life insurance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years payments law experience
  • Federal and state payments regulation knowledge
  • BSA/AML and Dodd-Frank compliance expertise
  • Drafting and negotiating payment agreements
  • Cross-functional collaboration with product teams

Nice-to-have

  • Experience advising on technology product platforms
  • Ability to distil technical concepts for legal colleagues
  • Proven problem-solving in fast-paced environments
  • Experience working on multiple projects simultaneously

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from accredited law school
  • Admission to the bar in at least one US state
  • 8+ years practicing law with focus on payments
  • Experience with CFPB, OCC, and FinCEN regulators

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