Associate GC

Associate General Counsel

Location: New York (Office)

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:

• Contract Management: Draft and review intercompany agreements, vendor contracts, employment agreements, token grants, and settlement agreements.
• Operational Support: Track and manage internal legal forms and draft internal memoranda for record-keeping and compliance.
• Due Diligence: Organize and oversee due diligence materials for banks, regulators, and top-tier service providers.
• Outside Counsel Liaison: Manage and coordinate with external legal partners and litigation counsel to track deadlines and matter progress.
• Special Projects: Assist with corporate governance, M&A activity, regulatory inquiries, and IP matters as required.

Requirements

• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school, or an equivalent degree from a UK or EU law school.
• Experience: 3-5 years of experience as an associate at a major law firm or within a sophisticated in-house legal department.
• Subject Matter Expertise: Preference for candidates with corporate legal experience and familiarity with standard corporate law concepts, documents, and procedures.
• Communication: Exceptional professional writing and verbal communication skills; ability to distill complex legal concepts for internal stakeholders.
• Organizational Mastery: Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage complex tasks independently in a high-velocity environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in internet-based legal research and standard business tools (Microsoft Office, Excel), as well as modern collaboration stacks (Notion, Slack).
• Adaptability: A willingness to learn new skills and adapt to the evolving technologies of the Web3 and software industry.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: A robust package including Base Salary plus Equity/Token grants, offering significant upside in a high-growth environment.
• Elite Environment: Work with a team of top-tier developers and innovators at the forefront of the crypto social networking space.
• Strategic Impact: Opportunity to work on complex, "frontier" legal issues that are shaping the future of digital assets and social media.
• Professional Growth: Direct mentorship from the General Counsel and frequent interaction with the founding team.

Due to the high volume of applications we anticipate, we regret that we are unable to provide individual feedback to all candidates. If you do not hear back from us within 4 weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. We genuinely appreciate your interest and wish you the best in your job search.

Commitment to Equality and Accessibility:

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