Assistant General Counsel Job Description

Internal Revenue Service; New York (NY); Remote; USD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Plume is hiring an Assistant General Counsel to provide strategic legal support across corporate and transactional matters. Ideal candidates should possess 3-8 years of legal experience, particularly in crypto and fintech sectors, providing a unique opportunity to impact the evolving legal landscape of digital assets.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Equity and token grant

Full medical, dental, and vision benefits

Collaborative and innovative work environment

Qualifications

• Active membership in good standing with a U.S. state bar.
• 3-8 years of intensive legal experience in corporate and transactional law.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal guidance on corporate governance and transactional matters.
• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts and ensure compliance.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with corporate transactions.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Business Acumen

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Plume is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to join our growing legal team. This role will provide strategic legal support across corporate and transactional matters. The ideal candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented attorney with 3-8 years of relevant experience and a passion for innovative technologies such as blockchain, crypto, web3, or fintech. The role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting edge legal and regulatory developments related to digital assets, technology, and finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Corporate and Transactional Support: Provide comprehensive legal guidance on corporate governance, private placement, and venture capital transactions, including structuring, drafting, and negotiating term sheets, investment agreements, and related documents.

• Contractual Matters: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including partnership agreements, vendor contracts, and licensing agreements, ensuring alignment with business objectives and compliance requirements.

• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with corporate transactions, business operations, and strategic initiatives.

• Regulatory Compliance: Advise and implement policy as it relates to cutting edge regulatory matters impacting the company, including US and non-US securities laws and regulations, and stay abreast of rapidly evolving regulations in the crypto, web3, or fintech sectors.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with internal teams, including finance, product, and operations, to support business growth and ensure legal alignment with company goals.

Qualifications

• Education and Licensure: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.

• Experience: 3-8 years of intensive legal experience in corporate and transactional law, with a focus on private placement and venture capital transactions, gained at a reputable law firm and/or in-house legal department.

• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of corporate governance, securities regulations, and contract law. Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating complex transactional documents, including complex multilateral private placements.

• Industry Interest: Demonstrated experience and/or strong interest in crypto, web3, or fintech is a significant plus.

• Skills:

  • Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly to non-legal stakeholders.

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

  • High attention to detail and strong business acumen.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience advising startups or high-growth technology companies.

• Familiarity with global regulatory frameworks affecting crypto or fintech industries.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic setting.

Why Join Plume Network Inc.?

At Plume, you’ll have the opportunity to work at the forefront of an emerging legal and regulatory paradigm for digital assets and finance, shaping the future (and merger) of decentralized technologies and capital markets. We offer a collaborative, innovative work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth. Join us to make a meaningful impact in a rapidly evolving industry.

What to expect from Plume

• Salary ranges are competitive with top startups commensurate with demonstrated experience.

• As an early employee, you will receive a competitive equity and token grant.

• Fully remote with the option to come into the NYC office any time.

• Full medical, dental, and vision benefits for US based employees.