Web3 Hedge Fund Legal Jobs in New York, United States

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:

As asset management counsel you will join an experienced and collaborative Legal team to primarily work on supporting the Galaxy Asset Management team. You will support the legal and compliance functions of Galaxy Asset Management across the full spectrum from formation, launch and management of private funds to the investments pursuant to which such funds deploy client capital. The ideal hire should have at least three to five years of experience at a large law firm’s private investment funds group or in-house on asset management legal issues, fund formations, private venture-style investments, hedge funds and other active and passive investing strategies.

What You’ll Do:

• Draft, review and execute on fund formation documentation, including entity formation, governance documentation, subscription documentation, and bespoke side letter agreements with limited partners
• Coordinate with external legal counsel, where applicable, as well as internal portfolio managers and sales teams on legal diligence, negotiation and execution of new investment opportunities
• Advise internal stakeholders with respect to ongoing fund management matters, such as limited partner outreach, limited partner advisory committee (LPAC) management, updates to fund disclosure and offering documentation as needed and liquidations of funds following the conclusion of applicable investment periods
• Assist Galaxy Asset Management’s Chief Compliance Officer and compliance team on legal matters relating to the formation and maintenance of Galaxy Asset Management funds and products
• While the bulk of this role is expected to primarily focus on fund and product-level matters, there will be opportunities for the right candidate to work with and alongside Venture Counsel in the diligence, negotiation and execution of private venture investments made by the various investing teams within Galaxy Asset Management, as well as other matters relating to asset management products, such as regulatory review and advising with respect to crypto-relevant issues and new asset management products
• Embrace and champion the thoughtful adoption of AI to improve team performance and business outcomes.
• Leverage AI tools (e.g., generative AI, automation platforms, data copilots) to improve productivity, decision-making, and output quality in your day-to-day work.

What We’re Looking For:

• The ideal candidate will be highly organized, have meticulous attention to detail and a demonstrated ability to produce high quality work product in a fast-paced, high-volume environment where multiple projects may be active simultaneously
• Minimum 3-7 years of relevant prior experience with a large law firm or in-house in a funds formation or asset management counsel capacity
• Experience and knowledge with legal issues present for asset managers and Registered Investment Advisors, including the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, applicable SEC rules and regulations, fund structuring (onshore and offshore), conflict of interest management and allocation of investment opportunities across multiple funds and fund types including private funds, ETFs and ‘40 Act funds
• Ability to navigate and manage transactions involving multiple parties, financial structures and unique terms and conditions
• Interest in issues relating to digital assets is required; experience and/or prior knowledge in the space is a plus
• Highly motivated, self-starter who takes initiative.
• Positive attitude, and willingness to roll up sleeves (no job too big, no job too small).
• Collaborative team member with a high level of professionalism and outstanding business judgment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Active membership in the NY state bar

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus
• Hybrid/Flexible Working Arrangements 
• Flexible Time Off (paid)
• 3% 401(k) company contribution
• Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees, partners, and other dependents
• Generous paid Parental Leave
• Competitive family planning benefits for US employees 
• Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry
• Smart, entrepreneurial, and fun colleagues
• Free daily snacks and weekly breakfasts/lunches 
• Employee Resource Groups
• Free coaching and counseling sessions through Headspace

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.

Base Salary Range$150,000—$225,000 USD

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