Senior Counsel, Crypto & Capital Markets Transactions

Circle; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 230,000 - 297,500; Full time

Job summary

Circle in Philadelphia is looking for a seasoned legal professional with over 10 years of experience to support its global capital markets business. You will engage with crypto exchanges and institutional partners, structuring and negotiating complex agreements.

The candidate must hold a J.D. degree, bring extensive knowledge of capital markets, and a passion for financial technology. This role offers a competitive salary range of $230,000 - $297,500 along with flexible working conditions.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted legal partner to capital markets teams.
• Structure, negotiate, and draft complex fintech agreements.
• Support the creation of contract templates to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Legal experience

Commercial awareness

Collaborative teamwork

Education

J.D. or foreign equivalent

Tools

AI tools

Slack

GSuite

Job description

Circle in Philadelphia is looking for a seasoned legal professional with over 10 years of experience to support its global capital markets business. You will engage with crypto exchanges and institutional partners, structuring and negotiating complex agreements.

The candidate must hold a J.D. degree, bring extensive knowledge of capital markets, and a passion for financial technology. This role offers a competitive salary range of $230,000 - $297,500 along with flexible working conditions.