OpenSea is the first and largest marketplace for NFTs, offering a diverse range of unique and verifiable digital assets backed by blockchain. We're excited about building a platform that supports a brand new economy based on true digital ownership and are proud to be recognized as Y Combinator's #3 ranked top private company.When hiring, we look for candidates who can thrive in our culture of trust, feedback, and rapid growth. We believe that diversity and inclusivity are essential to our success, and we provide equal employment opportunities regardless of background or identity. Our opportunities support remote, hybrid, or onsite work at our offices in New York City, San Francisco, or Silicon Valley, and we're dedicated to creating an environment where all employees can do their best work and contribute to the growth of our platform. OpenSea is looking for a Senior Counsel, Corporate to join its growing legal team. You will report directly to the General Counsel and lead the corporate function at OpenSea. The ideal candidate is a collaborative team player that is passionate about blockchain technology and happiest in a fast-paced, action-oriented environment. Â
Responsibilities
- Lead complex M&A and investment-related transactions, including drafting and negotiating NDAs, term sheets, definitive and ancillary agreements, conducting due diligence, and advising on deal structures and legal risks
- Provide practical, actionable advice and strategic support on a variety of corporate and securities matters
- Identify and build new processes to better scale deal processes and execution
- Support corporate governance matters, including the preparation of board of director meeting materials and minutes, and maintenance of policies
- Support domestic and international corporate governance, regulatory compliance, registrations, compliance and management of domestic and international subsidiaries
- Build processes to position the corporate function to scale with the company as it grows
- Work collaboratively with the finance, tax, stock administration, corporate development, and other cross-functional teams on a variety of matters
Desired experience
- 8+ years of legal experience (Senior Counsel) preferably with high-growth tech company clients
- Extensive experience with M&A transactions, strategic investments and general corporate matters with technology companies
- Strong track record of effective cross-functional partnership with non-lawyers to align on creative solutions and close deals quickly
- Flexibility to assist in other areas, as the need arises
- Passion for crypto, blockchain technologies, and/or NFTs
- Juris doctor from accredited law school
- Member of a US state bar in good standing If you don't think you meet all of the criteria below but still are interested in the job, please apply. Nobody checks every box, and we're looking for someone excited to join the team.
Senior Counsel, Corporate at OpenSea: FAQ
Where is the Senior Counsel, Corporate role at OpenSea based?
The Senior Counsel, Corporate role at OpenSea is based in San Francisco or New York City. Check the job description for any remote or hybrid options.
What skills are required for the Senior Counsel, Corporate role at OpenSea?
This Senior Counsel, Corporate role is associated with the following skills and technologies:
- Remote
- Non Tech
- Legal
- Full Time
- Compliance
- Director
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Is the Senior Counsel, Corporate role at OpenSea full-time or contract?
OpenSea is hiring this Senior Counsel, Corporate as a full time position.
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