Job title: Associate Counsel, Commercial
Company: Kraken
Job description: Building the Future of CryptoOur 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 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 .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 , , and through our products like , , and .Become a Krakenite and build the future of crypto!Proof of WorkThe TeamJoin our growing legal team working on matters such as advisory work, deal execution & expansion to further Kraken’s mission.The OpportunityPaper 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 engagementsAct 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 wayWork 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 leadershipUse a highly-regulated and well-resourced environment to your strategic commercial advantageDevelop strategies for addressing risk in business-centric ways and build commercial processes that allow the business flexibility and freedom to move quicklySkills You Should HODL3-4 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, partnerships, sponsorships, independent contractor)Admission to practice law in the United StatesExperience working with a procurement teamAbility to provide clear, concise legal advice while working cross-functionally with global teams, such as finance, product, marketing, client engagement, compliance and taxCapacity to understand the broader business context and align risk assessments with the company’s strategic objectives and opportunities to expedite deal closureYou exercise excellent legal judgment with analytic rigor, prudential risk assessment, and a balance of realizable creativity and pragmatismYou are comfortable with risk-adjusted thinking, and can understand when interpretive flexibility is warrantedA “can do” attitude – we create high-quality work on quick timelinesA demonstrated interest in cryptocurrency & Interest in the company cultureNice to HavesExperience working in a regulated industry, with an emphasis on financial servicesFamiliarity with privacy laws and regulationsUnderstanding of blockchain technology and its applications#LI-Remote #LI-AC1This job is accepting ongoing applications and there is no application deadline.Please note, applicants are permitted to redact or remove information on their resume that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment on our team, assessing candidates in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.Kraken is powered by people from around the world and we celebrate all Krakenites for their diverse talents, backgrounds, contributions and unique perspectives. We hire strictly based on merit, meaning we seek out the candidates with the right abilities, knowledge, and skills considered the most suitable for the job. We encourage you to apply for roles where you don’t fully meet the listed requirements, especially if you’re passionate or knowledgable about crypto!As an equal opportunity employer, we don’t tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Whether that’s based on race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.Stay in the know
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Location: USA
Job date: Sat, 27 Jul 2024 00:40:45 GMT
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