Senior Counsel, Crypto & Capital Markets Transactions

Circle; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 230,000 - 297,500; Full time

Job summary

Circle, based in San Diego, seeks an experienced attorney for its capital markets division. The role involves negotiating complex agreements related to cryptocurrency and supporting partnerships in a dynamic financial environment. Ideal candidates have over 10 years of legal experience and a strong background in fintech and capital markets.

The position offers a flexible work environment and the opportunity to influence critical legal transactions in the evolving crypto landscape, with a compensation range of $230,000 to $297,500.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of legal experience in capital markets or crypto.
• 3+ years at a top-tier law firm.
• Active membership in at least one U.S. State Bar.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a legal partner for Circle’s capital markets business.
• Negotiate and draft complex agreements for crypto and capital markets.
• Support the development of contract templates and playbooks.

Skills

Legal experience in capital markets

Drafting complex agreements

Understanding of crypto and fintech

Collaborating with cross-functional teams

Regulatory compliance

Education

J.D. (or foreign equivalent)

Tools

AI tools

Slack

Job description

Circle, based in San Diego, seeks an experienced attorney for its capital markets division. The role involves negotiating complex agreements related to cryptocurrency and supporting partnerships in a dynamic financial environment. Ideal candidates have over 10 years of legal experience and a strong background in fintech and capital markets.

The position offers a flexible work environment and the opportunity to influence critical legal transactions in the evolving crypto landscape, with a compensation range of $230,000 to $297,500.