Compliance & Risk Management Intern
Role Description:
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The ideal candidate should have a background or interest in compliance, with a passion for global regulations, financial regulations, and tech regulations. You will have individual freedom to pursue your interests and grow along with the company.
About Us: At Heir8fied, we're dedicated to revolutionizing the financial industry by leveraging cutting-edge technology and innovative strategies. We specialize in addressing global wealth transfer challenges and are guided by experienced industry leaders. Our partnerships with industry giants like Google, IBM, OpenAI, and Microsoft provide a unique platform for learning, development, and networking.
As an intern at Heirified, you will:
- Gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced and dynamic start-up environment led by experienced industry professionals.
- Collaborate on the development of the first global platform for digital and traditional wealth transfer.
- Learn from our diverse team of experts, with backgrounds spanning various industries and technologies.
- Develop essential skills with regard to cutting-edge regulatory frameworks.
- Understand the phases of development in a modern FinTech startup through firsthand experience and contribution.
- Interact and engage with financial laws across regions, including the United States, Europe and EU nations, Asia, Singapore, and Saudi Arabia.
Compliance Projects:
- Risk Management: Assist with the development and implementation of legal compliance policies and risk management strategies, while ensuring adherence to local and international laws and regulations.
- International Regulations: Research both independently and with a team the intersections between US financial law, global financial law, and estate law around the world.
- Financial Compliance: Research and understand domestic and international securities laws, ranging from traditional financial institutions to cutting edge crypto regulations.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct compliance research and analysis on various topics related to technology, intellectual property, and global regulations in the world of finance and crypto.
- Assist with drafting, reviewing, and advising on legal contracts and documents.
- Research and provide guidance on legal compliance in the areas of FinTech, blockchain, and digital assets.
- Monitor and stay up-to-date with regulatory developments in the industry.
- Collaborate with the team to identify legal risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
- Work actively with other interns and departments on current projects and the development of the company at large
- Contribute to the implementation of active compliance policies and best practices.
- Manage multiple projects at once and meet deadlines in a timely manner
Ideal Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a Bachelor's, Master's, or JD degree in Law.
- Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Some knowledge of international law and compliance.
- Passion for blockchain, crypto, NFTs, and the Metaverse.
- Individual drive to collaborate and excitement to contribute to company wide efforts.
Minimum Requirements:
- Strong foundation in law, with a focus on technology, intellectual property, and global regulations.
- Interest in the intersection of technology and law, particularly in finance, blockchain, and digital assets.
- Demonstrated research and analytical skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and concisely.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
If you are eager to contribute to the future of estate planning and wealth transfer, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application and join us on this exciting journey to reshape the FinTech landscape.
- Please understand that this is an unpaid internship, HOWEVER!
(Apart from the valuable experience and exposure you gain, enrolled students may have the opportunity to receive academic credits for an internship if your school approves your application. This credit transfer policy is directly related to your program, and we would be happy to assist you in the process. It's important to note that the specific credit transfer policies may vary across different schools. On average, internships of this nature can typically earn you around 5-12 credits.)