Senior Counsel, Crypto & Capital Markets Transactions

Circle; Illinois; On-site; USD 230,000 - 297,500; Full time

Job summary

Circle is looking for an experienced legal professional to join our capital markets team in Illinois. This role involves drafting and negotiating complex agreements related to crypto and fintech, collaborating with cross-functional teams globally. Ideal candidates have over 10 years of experience in legal roles, specifically within capital markets and financial services.

You will ensure successful transactions while remaining current on regulatory developments in the crypto space. The position offers a competitive salary range and a dynamic 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 complex agreements.
• Ability to identify regulatory implications.
• Comfort leveraging technology to enhance efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a legal partner for capital markets business.
• Draft and negotiate complex crypto and capital markets agreements.
• Support Arc’s capital markets go-to-market efforts.
• Implement efficient contracting workflows.
• Remain current on developments in digital assets.

Skills

Legal experience in capital markets

Drafting and negotiating agreements

Knowledge of digital assets and blockchain

Cross-functional collaboration

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

J.D. or foreign equivalent

Tools

AI tools

Slack

GSuite

Job description

Circle is looking for an experienced legal professional to join our capital markets team in Illinois. This role involves drafting and negotiating complex agreements related to crypto and fintech, collaborating with cross-functional teams globally. Ideal candidates have over 10 years of experience in legal roles, specifically within capital markets and financial services.

You will ensure successful transactions while remaining current on regulatory developments in the crypto space. The position offers a competitive salary range and a dynamic work environment.