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Senior Counsel - Corporate
Location
United States
Posted
97 days ago
Salary
$146K - $292K / year
Seniority
Senior
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Job Description
Senior Counsel - Corporate
Kraken
Building the Future of Crypto 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, Desktop, Wallet, and Kraken Futures. Become a Krakenite and build the future of crypto! Proof of work The team Join our expanding corporate legal team of more than nine attorneys and paraprofessionals supporting a wide range of matters including mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, partnerships and divestitures, board management, international structuring, product formation, securities compliance, and debt and equity financings. The team plays a critical role in supporting Kraken as it scales and prepares for life as a public company. This role is fully remote within the United States. Per the listed requirement for U.S. state bar admission, we will consider U.S.-based applicants. As Senior Counsel, Corporate, you will report to the Head of M&A legal and play a key leadership role in supporting the company’s growing portfolio of acquisitions and investments. You will serve as lead counsel on M&A transactions from initial strategy through integration, while also helping to develop and strengthen the company’s corporate governance and public company readiness functions. The opportunity - Lead and support legal work for corporate development activities at all stages of an M&A deal, including transaction structuring, term sheet negotiation, due diligence, definitive agreement drafting and negotiation, and post-closing integration. - Partner closely with the Head of M&A legal and senior leadership to drive execution of the firm’s global M&A strategy. - Support Kraken's growing corporate governance needs as the company prepares for potential public company status, including advising on board governance, committee structures, policies, and processes. - Assist in preparing for and supporting board meetings and governance matters, including board and committee materials and minutes. - Advise on and support on SEC reporting and disclosure processes, corporate policies, and compliance frameworks. - Collaborate with internal stakeholders in legal, finance, accounting, corporate development, compliance, tax, equity, HR, and other functions to drive cross-functional alignment and execution. - Manage relationships with outside counsel and ensure efficient and strategic use of external legal resources. - Provide creative, pragmatic, and business-focused legal advice to senior executives under tight timelines. Skills you should HODL - 6+ years of relevant legal experience with a focus on mergers and acquisitions and general corporate matters at a leading law firm or in-house legal department. - At least 2+ years of in-house experience, ideally with exposure to high-growth and acquisitive technology or financial services companies. - Strong background in corporate governance. - Demonstrated ability to manage complex, high-value transactions across multiple jurisdictions. - Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills with an ability to distill complex legal concepts into actionable advice. - Exceptional judgment, analytical rigor, and commercial sensibility. - Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. - Executive presence and ability to engage confidently with senior management and the board of directors. - Active and in good standing with at least one U.S. State Bar. Nice to haves - Passion for or demonstrated interest in the crypto, fintech, or digital asset industry. - Familiarity with public company and SEC reporting requirements. - Experience advising regulated financial services or technology companies. - Familiarity with international M&A and regulatory landscapes affecting cross-border deals. Unless a specific application deadline is stated in the job posting, applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. 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! We may ask candidates to complete job-related skills or work-style assessments as part of our hiring process. These assessments are designed to evaluate competencies relevant to the role and are applied consistently across candidates for similar positions. Assessment results are considered alongside other relevant information, such as experience and interviews, and are not the sole basis for any employment decision. As an equal opportunity employer, we don’t tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. 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Job Requirements
- 6+ years of relevant legal experience with a focus on mergers and acquisitions and general corporate matters at a leading law firm or in-house legal department.
- At least 2+ years of in-house experience, ideally with exposure to high-growth and acquisitive technology or financial services companies.
- Strong background in corporate governance.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex, high-value transactions across multiple jurisdictions.
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills with an ability to distill complex legal concepts into actionable advice.
- Exceptional judgment, analytical rigor, and commercial sensibility.
- Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Executive presence and ability to engage confidently with senior management and the board of directors.
- Active and in good standing with at least one U.S. State Bar.
- Nice to haves
- Passion for or demonstrated interest in the crypto, fintech, or digital asset industry.
- Familiarity with public company and SEC reporting requirements.
- Experience advising regulated financial services or technology companies.
- Familiarity with international M&A and regulatory landscapes affecting cross-border deals.
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