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
X Payments at xAI is seeking a Legal Director with extensive experience in payments law to manage regulatory, product, and commercial aspects of launching new payment services globally. The role emphasizes collaboration across various teams and requires strong analytical and communication skills, as well as a deep understanding of the payments ecosystem

Job Summary

  • The role involves managing regulatory, product, and commercial aspects of launching new payments services globally.
  • Candidates will serve as the first point of contact for product teams regarding legal questions and risk mitigation strategies.
  • The total rewards package includes equity, comprehensive medical coverage, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

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X Payments at xAI is seeking a Legal Director with extensive experience in payments law to manage regulatory, product, and commercial aspects of launching new payment services globally. The role emphasizes collaboration across various teams and requires strong analytical and communication skills, as well as a deep understanding of the payments ecosystem.

Salary

Base: $225,000 - $285,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Equity included; Benefits: 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
  • Experience with CFPB OCC and FinCEN

Nice-to-have

  • Distilling technical concepts for legal teams
  • Risk mitigation across technology platforms
  • Managing multiple projects simultaneously
  • Cross-functional collaboration skills

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from accredited law school
  • Admission to bar in at least one US state
  • 8+ years practicing law in payments or fintech

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