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Deputy General Counsel, Regulatory & Litigation and Chief Compliance Officer

Tools for HumanitySan FranciscoLegal
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Salary
$297,500 - $350K USD
Job type
Full-time
Posted
23 Sept 2026
Status
Open · checked 9d ago

About this role

Role Overview

The Deputy General Counsel, Regulatory & Litigation and Chief Compliance Officer at Tools for Humanity is a full-time leadership position based in San Francisco, California. This role suits an experienced legal professional ready to direct global regulatory strategies, manage complex disputes, and lead compliance frameworks for a pioneering technology company. Working on-site in San Francisco, the incumbent reports directly to the General Counsel and partners closely with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

Lead global regulatory strategies across financial services, crypto-assets, blockchain, digital identity, consumer protection, and emerging technologies.
Advise executive leadership on complex regulatory issues regarding token issuance, digital wallets, payments, and artificial intelligence.
Manage global litigation strategy covering commercial, regulatory, employment, privacy, and intellectual property disputes.
Direct outside counsel, oversee litigation budgets, and handle high-risk enforcement actions and government investigations.
Oversee the global compliance and ethics program, including risk assessments, internal controls, testing, training, and board reporting.
Build, mentor, and scale high-performing regulatory, litigation, and compliance teams while developing efficient operational playbooks.
Partner with Trust & Safety, Product, Market Operations, Commercial, Privacy, Corporate, Employment, and Policy teams to support business initiatives.

Requirements

Possess 10 to 15+ years of experience as a regulatory, litigation, investigations, or enforcement attorney at a top law firm, government agency, or senior in-house role.
Bring significant expertise in managing complex litigation, regulatory inquiries, government examinations, and multi-jurisdictional enforcement matters.
Hold a Juris Doctor degree from a top-tier law school.
Maintain active membership in at least one U.S. state bar.
Commit to working in-person from the San Francisco, California office.

Skills and Tools

Exceptional business judgment and the ability to balance legal risk with operational realities in fast-moving environments.
Strong executive presence, crisis-management skills, and sound judgment under pressure.
Excellent communication abilities to translate intricate legal mandates into actionable guidance for leadership and business teams.
Proven capability in building trusted cross-functional relationships and scaling operational legal frameworks.

Salary and Benefits

Estimated annual base salary ranging from $297,500 to $350,000.
Competitive long-term incentive package.
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and mental health coverage.
401(k) plan with an employer match.
Flexible, unlimited paid time off (PTO).
Commuter benefits, professional development stipend, and life insurance.
Three meals served daily in-house at a collaborative San Francisco office space along with monthly phone reimbursement.

About the Company

Tools for Humanity designs and constructs the technology driving World, a real human network built to verify unique individuals and preserve privacy in an AI-driven internet. The technology stack features the Orb for verification, World ID for private proof, and World App for mobile accessibility. Founded in 2019, the organization employs over 400 professionals globally across hardware, software, AI, cryptography, and mobile engineering, backed by prominent investors and recognized widely across major media publications.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application directly on the official company careers page.

Questions candidates ask

What is the location of the Deputy General Counsel role?

The position is based in-person in San Francisco, California.

What is the salary range for this position?

The reasonably estimated salary ranges from $297,500 to $350,000 per year, plus a competitive long-term incentive package.

How many years of experience are required?

Candidates must have 10 to 15+ years of relevant experience as a regulatory, litigation, investigations, or enforcement attorney.

What educational and professional credentials are required?

Applicants must hold a Juris Doctor from a top-tier law school and maintain membership in at least one U.S. state bar.

What benefits does Tools for Humanity offer for this role?

Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and mental health coverage, a 401(k) with employer match, unlimited PTO, commuter benefits, a professional development stipend, and three daily meals served at the office.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Tools for Humanity careers page.

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