Web3 Developer Non Tech Jobs in Manhattan

Who We Are:Galaxy is a global leader in digital assets and data center infrastructure, delivering solutions that accelerate progress in finance and artificial intelligence. We believe that blockchain and digital asset innovation will transform how value moves through the world – and we’re building the products and services to make that future a reality. Our institutional digital assets platform spans trading, investment banking, asset management, staking, self-custody, and tokenization technology. We also invest in and operate cutting-edge data center infrastructure to power AI and high-performance computing, addressing the growing demand for scalable energy and compute in the U.S. We work at the intersection of finance and technology, helping institutions, startups, and developers navigate a digitally native economy. Led by CEO and Founder Michael Novogratz, our team blends deep crypto expertise with institutional experience and a shared commitment to shaping the future of Web3 and AI. Galaxy is headquartered in New York City, with offices across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. To learn more about our businesses and products, visit www.galaxy.com.

What We Value:

We are a diverse team of free thinkers, and fast movers united to help investors and creators energize the global economy. We are looking for individuals who thrive in a culture of builders and overachievers and embrace high performance, transparent feedback, and a mission-first approach. Our culture shapes our way of working and gets us where we want to be.

• Seek Excellence.
• Be Selective To Be Effective.
• Be Highly Aligned, Loosely Coupled.
• Disagree Transparently.
• Encourage Independent Decision-Making.
• Build Dream Teams.

Who You Are:

We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Counsel – Employment, Compensation and Benefits to join our legal and compliance team. This individual will play a critical role in advising on a broad range of labor and employment law matters, as well as executive compensation and employee benefits issues across Galaxy. The ideal candidate will be a law school graduate with 4+ years of specialized experience gained through a combination of international law firm training and in-house legal counsel roles.  This position is ideally suited for a self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments and enjoys working on complex issues with significant business impact.

What You’ll Do:

• Employment Law & Counseling
  • Provide practical, business-oriented advice and strategic counsel to the People Team, executive leadership, and business units on U.S. and global employment matters including hiring, terminations, performance management, workplace policies, employee relations, internal investigations, and litigation strategy
• Executive Compensation & Benefits
  • Advise on design, implementation, and compliance issues related to equity compensation plans, carried interest structures, phantom equity, deferred compensation, incentive plans, and other compensation-related arrangements
• Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Provide labor and employment support for corporate transactions, including due diligence, integration planning, and employment-related deal terms and documentation.
• Governance & Board-Level Engagement
  • Collaborate closely with other members of the Legal and Compliance team on Board of Directors and Compensation Committee matters, public company governance obligations, executive compensation disclosures, and strategic employment issues
• International Scope
  • Support employment and compensation matters across international jurisdictions, with a focus on Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Work with local counsel and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance and consistency
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with other members of Legal and Compliance, the People Team, Finance and Tax teams to provide seamless, strategic support across functions
• Litigation & Investigations
  • Manage employment-related litigation and pre-litigation matters, including internal investigations, administrative charges, and external counsel coordination

What We’re Looking For:

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to at least one U.S. state bar in good standing
• 4+ years of relevant experience with a strong foundation in employment law and executive compensation, gained through both:
  • A top-tier international law firm, and
  • In-house counsel experience at a public or global company
• Deep knowledge of labor and employment laws, compensation and benefits regulations, and relevant securities law considerations
• Significant experience advising on:
• Equity compensation and long-term incentive structures
• Carried interest, deferred comp, phantom equity
• M&A-related employment and benefits issues
• Executive agreements and terminations
• Employment-related litigation and internal investigations
• Experience working with international jurisdictions, particularly in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, is a strong plus
• Comfortable working in a high-growth, dynamic, and ambiguous environment
• Strong business judgment, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to roll up your sleeves and manage competing priorities under tight deadlines

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus
• Flexible Time Off (i.e. unlimited paid vacation days)
• Company paid Holidays (11)
• Company paid sick leave
• Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees, partners, and other dependents
• 3% 401(k) company contribution
• Generous paid Parental Leave
• Free virtual coaching and counseling sessions through Headspace 
• Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry
• Free daily snacks in-office
• Smart, entrepreneurial, and fun colleagues
• Employee Resource Groups

Apply now and join us on our mission to engineer a new economic paradigm.

The base salary ranges included below will be commensurate with candidate experience, expertise and local market. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including candidate experience and expertise. At Galaxy, we maintain a total compensation philosophy which consists of a competitive base salary, annual bonus, and equity incentives.

Galaxy respects diversity and seeks to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived age, race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital or partnership or caregiver status, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military or veteran status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete the application process or to participate in an interview, please contact