Counsel, Institutional Legal - Financing - Remote

Overview

Coinbase is seeking a Legal Counsel for its Institutional Legal team, focusing on financing and regulatory aspects of institutional products in the crypto space.

In Short

• Negotiate agreements with strategic partners in institutional financing.
• Provide product life-cycle counseling for prime brokerage and derivatives.
• Advise on legal and regulatory issues related to digital currency.
• Drive cross-functional alignment with various stakeholders.
• Proactively solve business problems and develop scalable strategies.
• Collaborate with teams to close deals efficiently.
• Be a business partner and not just a lawyer.
• Work in a risk-tolerant and compliance-oriented environment.
• Engage with high-caliber colleagues in a fast-paced culture.
• Make an impact at the intersection of crypto and traditional markets.

Requirements

• Licensed attorney with at least 4 years of experience in financial services.
• Strong negotiation skills for financial agreements.
• Interest in digital currency and blockchain technology.
• Experience working with cross-functional, globally located teams.
• Familiarity with US regulatory regimes for financial instruments.
• Excellent judgment and analytical skills.
• Creativity in problem-solving and project ownership.
• Team-oriented and collaborative mindset.
• Attention to detail and process ownership.
• Intellectual curiosity and flexibility.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range with bonus and equity options.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Work in a mission-driven environment focused on economic freedom.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in crypto.
• Collaborative and high-performance work culture.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Commitment to diversity and equal opportunity.
• Support for professional development and growth.
• Engagement in a dynamic and rapidly evolving industry.