Crypto Fund Counsel: Regulation, Deals & Compliance

Whistler Partners; New York (NY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Carry program participation

Job summary

A legal recruitment firm in New York is seeking a Counsel to support fund formation and management, regulatory guidance, and portfolio company support in the digital asset space. Ideal candidates will have a JD with NY Bar admission and 3-6 years of legal experience. Excellent drafting and negotiation skills are essential. This full-time role offers a competitive salary with annual bonus and participation in a carry program.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of legal experience.
• Strong experience with open-end funds.
• Experience with token offerings and DeFi protocols preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead fund formation and management for venture and hedge fund strategies.
• Provide regulatory guidance on digital asset investments and compliance.
• Draft and negotiate investment agreements.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Interest in blockchain

Education

JD with NY Bar admission

Job description

A legal recruitment firm in New York is seeking a Counsel to support fund formation and management, regulatory guidance, and portfolio company support in the digital asset space. Ideal candidates will have a JD with NY Bar admission and 3-6 years of legal experience. Excellent drafting and negotiation skills are essential. This full-time role offers a competitive salary with annual bonus and participation in a carry program.