Corporate Counsel, Prediction Markets

About the role

The Crown Is Yours As Corporate Counsel supporting DKeX, you'll help build the legal framework behind one of DraftKings' newest regulated businesses. You'll provide strategic legal guidance to the teams developing and operating our designated contract market while supporting related regulated exchange and clearing initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary legal partner supporting DKeX and related regulated exchange and clearing initiatives.
• Advise business stakeholders on legal and regulatory issues arising under the Commodity Exchange Act and Commodity Futures Trading Commission regulations.
• Draft, review, and maintain exchange rule, policies, governance materials, and other legal documentation supporting the operation and evolution of regulated market infrastructure.
• Provide legal guidance on regulatory filings, rule submissions, and other matters supporting the ongoing operation of DKeX and related regulated exchange and clearing initiatives.
• Partner closely with Product, Engineering, Market Operations, Compliance, Finance, Information Technology, and other cross-functional teams to support the development, launch, and operation of regulated products and services.
• Maintain a proactive stance on monitoring legislative, regulatory, and industry developments affecting derivatives markets and advise internal stakeholders on emerging legal risks, obligations, and opportunities.
• Manage outside counsel and coordinate legal support across specialized regulatory matters when appropriate.
• Develop practical legal guidance, scalable processes, and internal resources that empower business teams to make informed decisions while maintaining compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited institution with excellent academic credentials.
• At least five years of legal experience, ideally a mix of law firm, in-house, or government/regulatory experience.
• Experience advising clients on financial services regulation, derivatives markets, exchange regulation, or other highly regulated industries.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex regulatory frameworks and provide practical, business-oriented legal advice.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain sophisticated legal concepts to technical and non-legal audiences.
• Curiosity, sound judgment, and a thoughtful approach to solving novel legal and regulatory challenges.
• A collaborative mindset, strong sense of ownership, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment supporting innovative products.
• Experience advising a Designated Contract Market, Derivatives Clearing Organization, futures commission merchant, broker-dealer, exchange, or financial regulatory agency is preferred.

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice law in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Ability to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment, if relevant to your role.

Skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Generous paid time off policy.
• Professional development opportunities and training programs.

Pay

The US base salary range for this full-time position is 160,800.00 USD - 201,000.00 USD, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable.

Schedule

Full-time position.