Location: New York (Office)
On-site | Full-time
Compensation: Competitive
We are an elite team of builders moving at the speed of the future. As a high-growth software development firm and a primary contributor to one of the largest global crypto social networks, we are redefining the digital landscape. We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Associate General Counsel to join our legal team. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, you will play a critical role in supporting our corporate, intellectual property, employment, and litigation functions. This is a high-impact position where you will provide internal legal guidance on strategic decision-making and ensure the operational integrity of a fast-moving, global organization.
Key Responsibilities:
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Contract Management: Draft and review intercompany agreements, vendor contracts, employment agreements, token grants, and settlement agreements.
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Operational Support: Track and manage internal legal forms and draft internal memoranda for record-keeping and compliance.
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Due Diligence: Organize and oversee due diligence materials for banks, regulators, and top-tier service providers.
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Outside Counsel Liaison: Manage and coordinate with external legal partners and litigation counsel to track deadlines and matter progress.
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Special Projects: Assist with corporate governance, M&A activity, regulatory inquiries, and IP matters as required.
Requirements
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Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school, or an equivalent degree from a UK or EU law school.
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Experience: 3–5 years of experience as an associate at a major law firm or within a sophisticated in-house legal department.
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Subject Matter Expertise: Preference for candidates with corporate legal experience and familiarity with standard corporate law concepts, documents, and procedures.
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Communication: Exceptional professional writing and verbal communication skills; ability to distill complex legal concepts for internal stakeholders.
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Organizational Mastery: Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage complex tasks independently in a high-velocity environment.
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Technical Proficiency: Skilled in internet-based legal research and standard business tools (Microsoft Office, Excel), as well as modern collaboration stacks (Notion, Slack).
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Adaptability: A willingness to learn new skills and adapt to the evolving technologies of the Web3 and software industry.
Benefits & Compensation
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Competitive Compensation: A robust package including Base Salary plus Equity/Token grants, offering significant upside in a high-growth environment.
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Elite Environment: Work with a team of top-tier developers and innovators at the forefront of the crypto social networking space.
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Strategic Impact: Opportunity to work on complex, "frontier" legal issues that are shaping the future of digital assets and social media.
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Professional Growth: Direct mentorship from the General Counsel and frequent interaction with the founding team.
Interview Process
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Talent Screen: Initial call with our Recruiter or HR team.
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Leadership Interview: First session with the Founder/CEO.
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Strategy Deep-Dive: Second session with the Founder/CEO.
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Final Round: Final interview and culture fit assessment.