Senior Counsel, Crypto & Capital Markets Transactions

Circle; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 230,000 - 297,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Health insurance

Equity options

Job summary

Circle is seeking an experienced legal professional to support its capital markets business in Houston. In this role, you will serve as a trusted partner, negotiating complex agreements and collaborating across global teams. You will be responsible for leveraging your expertise to enhance commercial partnerships and revenue opportunities.

The ideal candidate has over 10 years of legal experience in the capital markets sector, with a strong background in cryptocurrency and fintech. We offer a competitive salary range and a flexible work environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of legal experience in capital markets, crypto, or financial services.
• 3+ years of prior experience at a top-tier law firm.
• Extensive experience drafting and negotiating complex agreements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a legal partner to support global capital markets business.
• Negotiate and draft agreements related to crypto and fintech.
• Aid in developing processes to increase legal service effectiveness.

Skills

Legal experience in capital markets

Drafting complex agreements

Cryptocurrency and blockchain knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Understanding of regulatory implications

Education

J.D. or foreign equivalent

Tools

AI tools for workflow efficiency

Slack

Job description

Circle is seeking an experienced legal professional to support its capital markets business in Houston. In this role, you will serve as a trusted partner, negotiating complex agreements and collaborating across global teams. You will be responsible for leveraging your expertise to enhance commercial partnerships and revenue opportunities.

The ideal candidate has over 10 years of legal experience in the capital markets sector, with a strong background in cryptocurrency and fintech. We offer a competitive salary range and a flexible work environment.