Counsel, Transactions

Status
San Francisco, USA
Full time
Remote
Compensation is not specified
Role
Attorney
Description

Job Summary:

Circle is a financial technology company pioneering the integration of finance in the digital age to facilitate global, instant, and cost-effective value transfer. Our innovative approach enables a new era of possibilities in payments, commerce, and markets, driving economic growth and inclusivity worldwide. We provide infrastructure like USDC, a blockchain-based dollar, empowering businesses, institutions, and developers to leverage these advancements and seize the opportunities presented by the evolving landscape of money and technology.

About the Team:

At Circle, we prioritize transparency, stability, and expansion as core values. Operating in diverse and prominent jurisdictions, we emphasize speed and efficiency in all business endeavors. Our workforce adheres to key principles such as Multistakeholder engagement, Mindfulness, Excellence-driven mindset, and High Integrity, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment conducive to innovation and shared success.

Responsibilities include:

Reporting to the Assistant General Counsel - Transactions, you will actively support the Business, Business Development, compliance, and vendor management teams in executing commercial transactions and introducing new products in emerging markets.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate closely with Product, Business, Compliance, and Finance teams, fostering a strong communication channel to address legal aspects of contracts and agreements.
  • Structure, negotiate, and draft various types of transactions focusing on fintech, payments, and crypto tech, aligning legal frameworks with business objectives to enhance partnerships and opportunities.
  • Contribute to developing contract templates and terms of use to accommodate new services and products and support their expansion.
  • Design and implement effective processes, procedures, and metrics to optimize legal service efficacy, including streamlining contract procedures.
  • Serve as a resource for contract interpretation and management for business leaders.
  • Stay up-to-date with relevant fiscal, payment, and digital currency trends to provide up-to-date compliance advice.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 5 years of practical legal experience, preferably a blend of law firm and in-house exposure, with a focus on drafting and negotiating agreements in fintech and tech sectors.
  • Demonstrated experience collaborating with diverse teams on strategic partnerships, particularly across Product, Business, and Compliance sectors.
  • Proficiency in advising on risk management for technology-driven platforms.
  • Passion for financial technology, cryptocurrencies, and blockchains, coupled with strong teamwork, mentorship skills, and a sense of humor.
  • Comfortable working in a dynamic and evolving environment that requires managing multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Ability to offer sound legal advice with a practical business-oriented approach, capable of problem-solving while assessing critical risks.
  • Autonomous and team-oriented work style, holding a JD from a recognized law school, active bar membership preferred, and proficiency in Google Suite, Slack, and Apple macOS.

Additional Details:

  • Day-one PERM sponsorship available for eligible candidates
  • Compensation based on factors such as experience, skills, and organizational needs
  • Compensation Range: $147,500 - $195,000 annually, with a 12.5% annual bonus target
  • Benefits include equity, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), along with flexible vacation policy, paid sick leave, and holidays
  • Circle is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusive hiring practices, ensuring no discrimination based on various factors.

Note:

This role is designated as remote.

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