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 support legal work for corporate development activities at all stages of an M&A deal, including transaction structuring, term sheet negotiation, due diligence, definitive agreement drafting and negotiation, and post-closing integration. šPartner closely with the Head of M&A legal and senior leadership to drive execution of the firmās global M&A strategy. šSupport Kraken's growing corporate governance needs as the company prepares for potential public company status, including advising on board governance, committee structures, policies, and processes. šAssist in preparing for and supporting board meetings and governance matters, including board and committee materials and minutes. šAdvise on and support on SEC reporting and disclosure processes, corporate policies, and compliance frameworks. šCollaborate with internal stakeholders in legal, finance, accounting, corporate development, compliance, tax, equity, HR, and other functions to drive cross-functional alignment and execution. šManage relationships with outside counsel and ensure efficient and strategic use of external legal resources. šProvide creative, pragmatic, and business-focused legal advice to senior executives under tight timelines.
Skills you should HODL
š6+ years of relevant legal experience with a focus on mergers and acquisitions and general corporate matters at a leading law firm or in-house legal department. šAt least 2+ years of in-house experience, ideally with exposure to high-growth and acquisitive technology or financial services companies. šStrong background in corporate governance. šDemonstrated ability to manage complex, high-value transactions across multiple jurisdictions
The future of finance is here ā whether youāre interested in blockchain, cryptocurrency, or remote web3 jobs, thereās a perfect role waiting for you.




