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Faraday Future · 5 hours ago

Legal Counsel

Faraday Future is a California-based mobility company focused on innovative vehicle technology. They are seeking a Legal Counsel to support corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters, providing practical advice to ensure compliance and drive innovation in the digital asset space.

AutomotiveElectric VehicleElectronic Design Automation (EDA)Information Technology

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

Qualification

Corporate lawSecurities lawCrypto regulatory complianceFluency in MandarinProject managementDrafting skillsBusiness acumenCommunicationDetail-oriented

Required

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

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

Benefits

Healthcare + dental + vision benefits (Free for you/discounted for family)
Casual dress code + relaxed work environment
Culturally diverse, progressive atmosphere

Company

Faraday Future

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Faraday Future designs and manufactures artificial intelligence-based electric vehicles.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$4.25B
Key Investors
Master Investment GroupStreeterville CapitalATW Partners
2025-07-16Post Ipo Equity· $22M
2025-07-16Post Ipo Debt· $82M
2025-03-24Post Ipo Debt· $41M

Leadership Team

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Matthias Aydt
Global CEO, Director of the Board of FFIE
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Yueting Jia
Founder and Co-CEO
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