Corporate Law Clerk, Figment
CA$100-130k
+ Stock options and a competitive bonus (based on company performance) that is distributed bi-annually
1 day a week in office (Liberty Village, Toronto)
Blockchain infrastructure & services provider
Be an early applicant
Blockchain infrastructure & services provider
101-200 employees
Be an early applicant
CA$100-130k
+ Stock options and a competitive bonus (based on company performance) that is distributed bi-annually
1 day a week in office (Liberty Village, Toronto)
101-200 employees
Company mission
To support the adoption, growth, and long-term success of the digital asset ecosystem.
Role
Who you are
- 5–8 years of experience as a Corporate Law Clerk, preferably in a law firm or corporate legal department
- Strong knowledge of corporate law matters, including, corporate governance, and entity management
- Experience maintaining minute books and managing corporate records
- Knowledge of corporate legislation and regulations, including the Canada Business Corporations Act, Ontario Business Corporations Act
- Experienced in collaborating with external counsel to maintain and coordinate minute books for entities across global jurisdictions
- Proficient in completing due diligence questionnaires and managing corporate compliance documentation
- Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities
- Skilled in Microsoft Office, Google Docs and corporate databases (e.g., Athennian, MinuteBox)
- Exceptional attention to detail and communication skills
- Law Clerk/Paralegal or Legal Assistant Diploma/Certificate preferred
What the job involves
- We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Corporate Law Clerk to join the Figment legal team! You’ll support our Legal and Regulatory group by preparing and reviewing corporate documents, managing global corporate records and minute books, assisting with due diligence, and supporting various transactions. This role offers plenty of independence and responsibility
- Drafts a variety of corporate documents from precedents and/or professional direction, including resolutions, minutes, share certificates, officer’s certificates, registers, ledgers, and other documentation, in accordance with applicable legislation and governing regulations
- Prepares and files corporate documents with relevant government authorities across multiple jurisdictions (provincial, federal, and international with assistance from foreign counsel)
- Manages and maintains corporate records and minute books for the company and its global subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with local laws and corporate governance standards, and is able to review minute books for deficiencies
- Conducts corporate due diligence, including reviewing and summarizing corporate records, and completing due diligence questionnaires
- Tracks and monitors critical corporate filing deadlines and ensures all filings are completed accurately and on time
- Manages company insurance, overseeing policies and ensuring compliance with all deadlines and requirements
- Coordinates and supports closings for mergers, acquisitions, financings, and other corporate transactions, including preparing closing agendas, checklists, and post-closing documentation as needed
- Liaises with opposing counsel, external advisors, and government agencies to obtain and provide information as directed
- Initiates follow-up actions and correspondence as required
- Prepares reports and summaries for internal use
- Any other duties as required
Application process
- At Figment, we try to go above and beyond in making sure that you have the best possible experience interviewing with us. We strive for a smooth, organized, and informative process
- During your first Recruiter Call, you will be provided with more information about Figment, the position and what to expect for the rest of the interview process. Please be prepared to discuss why you are interested in joining Figment and what excites you about the position and company
- As we go through the process, we work to make sure that you hear back from us in a timely fashion. If we decide at any point that we’re unfortunately not moving forward, we will give you feedback on why it was not a fit
- We aim for the entire process to take around 2-4 weeks from initial screen to offer. There can be exceptions on either side of the bell curve here, but as a rule, that’s the time-frame you can expect
- At Figment, we have a thorough hiring process to verify the identity of all job candidates. This includes checking documents, conducting in-person interviews and completing background checks. Candidates must pass all these steps to be considered for a job with Figment
Our take
Every complex system requires appropriate infrastructure to function, and blockchain is no different. Proper blockchain infrastructure is vital to creating a better, more inclusive Web 3.0, and will be crucial to its long-term growth and success.
Founded in 2018, Figment plays a leading role in building the Web 3.0 ecosystem by providing essential blockchain infrastructure, protocol staking, and research. The company has seen explosive growth driven by increased network support, expanded services, and customer retention. In Q1 2024, Figment reported fivefold growth from the previous year, surpassing $15B in staked assets with over 500 institutional clients.
Following significant funding rounds, Figment is expanding its product offerings and team. With security and compliance central to its operations, the company is well-positioned to benefit from the growing popularity of Web 3.0 amid increasing regulations. The establishment of Figment Europe and plans for new products like Figment Vaults and Ethereum restaking capabilities further support its growth trajectory.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
-31% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 5 rounds)
Dec 2021
$110m
SERIES C
Aug 2021
$50m
SERIES B
Total funding: $165m
Company benefits
- 100% remote-first environment, with co-working spaces in our employee “hubs” across the globe for those who enjoy a hybrid model
- 4 weeks of PTO that kick in day one, with an additional 1 week of flex days
- Extended company-paid health benefits that kick in day one
- Best in class parental leave and flexible arrangements
- A home office stipend to create a space that you enjoy working in
- Monthly Wifi reimbursement
- A yearly Learning & Development budget
- 401K (US) or RRSP match (Canada)
- Stock Options in the company
- Annual onsite company gatherings and retreats to inspire team bonding, collaboration, and fun!
Company HQ
Fashion District, Toronto, ON
Leadership
Matt Harrop
(Co-Founder)Co-founder of Bugrocket, and current Advisor at CourseCraft.
Lorien Gabel
(Co-Founder & CEO)Previously co-founded a large number of tech businesses, and is the owner of Headwall Sports.
Andrew Cronk
(Co-Founder & CPO)Ex-CEO of TempolQ and Cameesa, and was also a Partner at re-factor.
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