Kraken · 2 days ago
Senior Counsel - Corporate
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$146K/yr - $293K/yr
6+ years expKraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values, aiming to accelerate the global adoption of crypto for financial freedom and inclusion. As a Senior Counsel - Corporate, you will lead legal work for M&A transactions and support corporate governance as the company prepares for potential public company status.
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Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
Preferred
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
Company
Kraken
Kraken is a global cryptocurrency exchange platform that allows users to buy, sell, and trade digital assets securely.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Ripley
CEO
Trevor Rutar, MBA
Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Kraken Bank
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