Matter Labs is at the forefront of advancing personal freedom through innovative technology. We are dedicated to building zkSync, a fully open-source technology stack and network on Ethereum, focusing on scalability without compromising security or decentralization. With a strong community and significant funding, we are positioned to make a substantial impact in the crypto space.
| Basic Details | |
|---|---|
| Experience | 1 - 2 Years |
| Location | Kuwait |
| Qualification | Mentioned Below |
| Benefits: | Mentioned Below |
| Posted | |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Posted by | Hamna (Senior HR) |
| last date to apply | apply within 15 days of posting |
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Location
- Remote (EMEA)
Position Overview
We are seeking an Associate General Counsel, Transactions to join our legal team. This role is critical as you will be the primary in-house legal advisor on a variety of corporate transactions, ecosystem development, and commercial agreements. You will report directly to the General Counsel and play a vital role in shaping the company’s strategic initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Corporate Transactions:
- Lead and manage corporate transactions including financings, acquisitions, and joint ventures.
- Structure and negotiate cross-border partnerships within the crypto ecosystem.
- Legal Advisory:
- Provide counsel on product development, privacy, data protection, and intellectual property matters.
- Advise internal clients on legal and compliance implications of transactions.
- Project Management:
- Handle multiple projects simultaneously, delivering timely legal guidance.
- Collaborate with internal teams to provide strategic legal insights.
- External Relations:
- Direct and manage relationships with outside counsel for complex legal matters.
- Engage with a variety of stakeholders to facilitate effective communication.
Qualifications
- Education & Experience:
- Legally qualified to practice in your jurisdiction.
- Relevant experience in both a top-tier law firm and in-house legal environment.
- Prior exposure to the crypto space is highly preferred.
- Skills:
- Strong understanding of cross-border transactions and ability to navigate different jurisdictions.
- Exceptional judgment, self-motivated, and capable of working independently.
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
- Mindset:
- A proactive and flexible thinker with a “good bedside manner” as a legal advisor.
- Commercially aware with a strategic, risk-focused mindset.
- Language:
- Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.
What We Offer
- Compensation: Competitive salary with equity and token package.
- Health Benefits: 100% coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible paid time off and 16 weeks of parental leave.
- Professional Development: Stipends for work equipment, learning & development, and co-working spaces.
- Company Culture: Emphasis on freedom, ownership, and minimal bureaucracy.
Application Process
If you resonate with our mission and believe you would be a great fit for this role, we encourage you to apply. We appreciate diverse backgrounds and encourage applicants even if they don’t meet every single requirement.
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