Associate Counsel, Commercial
United States
Our Krakenites are a world-class team with crypto conviction, united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology.
What makes us different?
Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values. As a Krakenite, you’ll join us on our mission to accelerate the global adoption of crypto, so that everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. For over a decade, Kraken’s focus on our mission and crypto ethos has attracted many of the most talented crypto experts in the world.
Before you apply, please read the Kraken Culture page to learn more about our internal culture, values, and mission. We also expect candidates to familiarize themselves with the Kraken app. Learn how to create a Kraken account here.
As a fully remote company, we have Krakenites in 70+ countries who speak over 50 languages. Krakenites are industry pioneers who develop premium crypto products for experienced traders, institutions, and newcomers to the space. Kraken is committed to industry-leading security, crypto education, and world-class client support through our products like Kraken Pro, Kraken NFT, and Kraken Futures.
Become a Krakenite and build the future of crypto!
Proof of WorkThe Team
Join our growing legal team working on matters such as advisory work, deal execution & expansion to further Kraken’s mission.
The Opportunity
Paper deals of all shapes and sizes across all levels of the organization, from precedent-setting contracts for new lines of business, our largest enterprise SaaS deals and strategic partnerships to one-off freelancer engagements
Act as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders in understanding and interpreting proposed and final contract terms (both business and legal)
Develop and update form contracts - run your deals, your way
Work and coordinate cross-departmentally with diverse Kraken teams, including: Compliance, Marketing, Finance, Tax, Security, Regional Operations, Business and Corporate Development, as well as with members of Kraken's executive leadership
Use a highly-regulated and well-resourced environment to your strategic commercial advantage
Develop strategies for addressing risk in business-centric ways and build commercial processes that allow the business flexibility and freedom to move quickly
Skills You Should HODL
3-4 years of related experience working at a leading law firm or in-house legal department (especially at a tech or financial services company)
Experience structuring, drafting, and negotiating a variety of commercial and licensing agreements (e.g., SAAS, MSAs, banking, marketing, …
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Tasks- Deal execution
- Risk Management
Banking Blockchain Blockchain Technology Client Engagement Client Support Commercial Agreements Compliance Contract Negotiation Cross-functional Collaboration Crypto Crypto Conviction Cryptocurrency Finance Financial Services Leadership Legal advice Licensing agreements Marketing Organization Privacy laws Risk Assessment Security
Experience3-4 years
EducationBachelor's degree Business Finance Juris Doctor Technology
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