Legal Counsel

Summary

Join OpenZeppelin as a Legal Counsel to support our legal matters at a growth-stage security company enabling the world to move on-chain.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of relevant legal experience
• Comprehensive knowledge in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating diverse commercial agreements within the tech sector
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Creative problem-solving and negotiation skills with a pragmatic, business-oriented approach to legal analyses and risk assessments
• Ability to take ownership with minimal direction, excellent follow-through, and multitasking skills
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• A law degree and a license to practice in at least one jurisdiction

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate, and close a wide variety of agreements
• Provide proactive, risk-weighted advice to business leaders
• Collaborate with and support the General Counsel on international hiring, fundraising, acquisitions, intellectual property strategy and licensing, privacy, compliance, and other diverse matters
• Work as a business partner across cross-functional teams
• Regularly update templates and forms to ensure compliance with legal changes and market trends
• Design and execute automated processes for contracting and compliance, leveraging AI and advanced tools
• Conduct staff trainings and compliance practices on various topics
• Manage legal records and organize corporate governance processes for entities across multiple jurisdictions
• Take on projects that support company goals and align with your personal interests

Benefits

• Company in-person gatherings in different locations around the world
• Fully remote work
• Flexible time off
• Paid parental leave for primary or second caregiver
• One time work-from-home equipment stipend of up to $500 USD
• Co-working (up to $250/month)
• Medical coverage
• Annual Learning & Development budget
• Referral program