About the company
Kraken, the trusted and secure digital asset exchange, is on a mission to accelerate the adoption of cryptocurrency so that you and the rest of the world can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. Our 2,350+ Krakenites are a world-class team ranging from the crypto-curious to industry experts, united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology. As a fully remote company, we already have Krakenites in 70+ countries (speaking 50+ languages). We're one of the most diverse organizations on the planet and this remains key to our values. We continue to lead the industry with new product advancements like Kraken NFT, on- and off-chain staking and instant bitcoin transfers via the Lightning Network.
Job Summary
The opportunity
šLead and grow the Commercial Legal function and manage a high-performing team of commercial attorneys and paralegals supporting global contracting across the business. šServe as a strategic advisor to leadership and stakeholders on a wide range of commercial legal matters and negotiations including technology agreements, SaaS deals, partnership contracts, and procurement agreements. šOversee the development and continuous improvement of templates, playbooks, processes, and risk management practices to ensure scalable and efficient contracting. šCollaborate closely with Product and Compliance teams to assess legal risks and implement practical solutions to enable innovation. šPartner with the Procurement team to support vendor onboarding and contract negotiation across multiple jurisdictions. šSupport M&A through contract review and integration efforts. šHelp manage contract lifecycle systems and contribute to operationalizing legal workflows through automation and technology. šAdditional duties and responsibilities as assigned
Skills you should HODL
šJ.D. or equivalent legal degree and active license to practice law in at least one jurisdiction. š10+ years of commercial legal experience, ideally with a combination of top-tier law firm and in-house counsel work. šStrong experience leading complex commercial transactions in a global environment, including SaaS, technology, and vendor agreements. šDemonstrated leadership experience, including team management and cross-functional collaboration. šExceptional contract drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills. šAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth, and remote-first environment.
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