Head of Legal Trading, Galaxy
$275-300k
+ Annual bonus and equity incentives
Investment management firm
Open for applications
Investment management firm
1001+ employees
Open for applications
$275-300k
+ Annual bonus and equity incentives
1001+ employees
Company mission
To engineer a new economic paradigm.
Role
Who you are
- Seasoned legal leader with deep experience in institutional trading (spot and derivatives) and lending, digital assets and decentralized finance. You excel at guiding highly skilled attorneys while simultaneously contributing to complex legal matters with strategic significance. You bring a collaborative leadership style and a proactive, hands-on approach in a high-performance and fast-paced environment. You are passionate about the blockchain space and excited to help build the future of finance
- The ideal candidate will be highly organized, have meticulous attention to detail and a demonstrable ability to produce quality work product in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- A strong foundational knowledge coupled with a passion for the blockchain space
- JD from an accredited law school and member in good standing of the New York State Bar
- 10–12+ years of legal experience, including substantial in-house experience or a combination of top-tier law firm and crypto-native in-house roles
- Knowledge of digital assets, trading, lending, DeFi protocols, staking and token structuring
- Demonstrated success leading legal teams or mentoring senior attorneys in high-growth, fast-paced settings
- Expertise in negotiating and reviewing a broad range of agreements, including ISDAs, purchase and sale agreements and loan documentation
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence cross-functional leaders and C-suite executives
- Strategic mindset combined with operational pragmatism
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Deep knowledge of the regulatory treatment of digital assets
- Strong background in traditional finance and the ability to apply those legal concepts to digital assets
What the job involves
- Lead and manage a high-performing legal team focused on trading (spot and derivatives), lending, and staking-related legal matters
- Coach, develop, and support attorneys with diverse specialties in digital trading products and DeFi, ensuring strong individual performance and cohesive team collaboration
- Drive the team's strategic direction in alignment with company goals and evolving legal and regulatory landscapes
- Foster a culture of ownership, initiative, and collaboration across legal and cross-functional teams
- Serve as the point of escalation and resolution for complex legal issues managed by the team
- Provide senior-level guidance and hands-on support in negotiating high-value, complex agreements including ISDA Master Agreements and CSAs, token purchase agreements, staking agreements, liquidity arrangements and structured loan agreements
- Offer legal advice on evolving regulatory regimes in the digital asset space
- Liaise closely with product, operations, risk, trading, credit, and compliance teams to assess legal risks and ensure alignment
- Represent Galaxy in external discussions, including with regulators, counterparties, and external counsel
Our take
Galaxy Digital Holdings was founded to bring institutions into the blockchain revolution, envisioning a society where values and ownership flow as freely as information. Galaxy has captured the massive growth in the space over the past few years, offering its clients a range of financial solutions spanning the digital assets ecosystem, operating five synergistic business lines: Trading, Asset Management, Principal Investments, Investment Banking, and Mining.
The company exists within a highly volatile industry but has emerged stronger following the recent crypto reset. While reports claim the company is planning to cut one-fifth of its workforce, Galaxy itself has stated that it is currently focused on considering optimal team structure and strategy.
Recently, Galaxy announced that it has entered into an agreement with Canaccord Genuity Corp. for a bought deal offering, raising gross proceeds of approximately US$100 million. This move is aimed at bolstering the company’s financial position, with proceeds intended for working capital and general corporate purposes.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
16% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (1 round)
Feb 2018
$18m
SERIES B
Total funding: $18m
Company benefits
- Equity Exposure for All Employees - Through broad and meaningful equity participation, we desire to have our employees work collaboratively and act as long-term shareholders
- 401(k) Contributions- Galaxy offers a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 3% employer contribution and access to both Traditional and Roth options (US-only)
- Flexible Time Off and Parental Leave - You decide how many paid vacation and personal days off you want. Paid Parental Leave is available to give new parents the opportunity to care for and bond with their new child
- Full Paid Health Benefits - Company-paid health insurance for employees, partners, and other dependents, effective as of your start date
- Perks at Work - Galaxy provides various crypto education opportunities, a free Peloton membership with insurance, after-hours car service reimbursements, and more
- Employee Assistance Program - Confidential, 24/7 access to mental healthcare with a licensed therapist or psychiatrist. Benefits include 8 free video sessions per person, per year, for employees and any of their dependents age 18+
Company HQ
SoHo, New York, NY
Leadership
Mike Novogratz
(CEO)Previously acted as CIO for Fortress Investment Group and as a Partner of Goldman Sachs.
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