Associate Counsel (Data Centers)

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Dallas, TX, USA
In-Office
175K-220K Annually
Mid level
Blockchain • Fintech • Financial Services • Cryptocurrency • Quantitative Trading
We are the bridge between the crypto and the institutional worlds.
The Role
The Associate Counsel will support legal needs related to commercial real estate transactions for data centers, including drafting agreements, assisting with due diligence, and coordinating with outside counsel.
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Who We Are:
Galaxy is a global leader in digital assets and data center infrastructure, delivering solutions that accelerate progress in finance and artificial intelligence. We believe that blockchain and digital asset innovation will transform how value moves through the world – and we’re building the products and services to make that future a reality.
 
Our institutional digital assets platform spans trading, investment banking, asset management, staking, self-custody, and tokenization technology. We also invest in and operate cutting-edge data center infrastructure to power AI and high-performance computing, addressing the growing demand for scalable energy and compute in the U.S.
 
We work at the intersection of finance and technology, helping institutions, startups, and developers navigate a digitally native economy. Led by CEO and Founder Michael Novogratz, our team blends deep crypto expertise with institutional experience and a shared commitment to shaping the future of Web3 and AI.
 
Galaxy is headquartered in New York City, with offices across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
 
To learn more about our businesses and products, visit www.galaxy.com.

What We Value:

We are a diverse team of free thinkers, and fast movers united to help investors and creators energize the global economy. We are looking for individuals who thrive in a culture of builders and overachievers and embrace high performance, transparent feedback, and a mission-first approach. Our culture shapes our way of working and gets us where we want to be.

  • Seek Excellence.
  • Be Selective To Be Effective.
  • Be Highly Aligned, Loosely Coupled.
  • Disagree Transparently.
  • Encourage Independent Decision-Making.
  • Build Dream Teams.

Who You Are:

As a member of Galaxy’s growing legal team, the Associate Counsel will provide legal support for commercial real estate transactions related to data center development, acquisition, leasing, and operations. This role will work closely with internal development, real estate, and operations teams and assist senior attorneys on complex, multi-jurisdictional matters. The Associate Counsel will coordinate with outside counsel as appropriate.

What You’ll Do:

  • Support the structuring, negotiation, and drafting of agreements related to commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, leases, easements, and related development agreements for data center projects.
  • Assist with due diligence for real estate transactions, including review of title, surveys, zoning, land use, and environmental matters.
  • Draft and negotiate confidentiality agreements, letters of intent, and ancillary real estate and vendor agreements.
  • Support real estate components of M&A and joint venture transactions.
  • Monitor and support compliance with real estate agreements and closing deliverables.
  • Coordinate and supervise outside counsel on real estate matters as needed.
  • Provide day-to-day legal support to internal stakeholders on commercial real estate issues affecting data center projects.

What We’re Looking For:

  • 2-3 years of legal experience with a strong focus on commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, leasing, and development.
  • Prior experience at a nationally recognized law firm (big law).
  • Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work independently while supporting senior attorneys and cross-functional teams.
  • Juris Doctor degree.
  • Active member in good standing of at least one U.S. state bar.
  • Experience supporting real estate transactions for large or complex projects; data center or infrastructure experience preferred but not required.
  • Familiarity with managing outside counsel and transaction timelines.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus
  • Flexible Time Off (i.e. unlimited paid vacation days)
  • Company paid Holidays (14)
  • Company paid sick leave
  • Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees, partners, and other dependents
  • 3% 401(k) company contribution
  • Generous paid Parental Leave
  • Free virtual coaching and counseling sessions through Ginger
  • Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry
  • Free daily snacks in-office
  • Smart, entrepreneurial, and fun colleagues
  • Employee Resource Groups

Apply now and join us on our mission to engineer a new economic paradigm.

The base salary ranges included below will be commensurate with candidate experience, expertise and local market. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including candidate experience and expertise. At Galaxy, we maintain a total compensation philosophy which consists of a competitive base salary, annual bonus, and equity incentives.

Base Salary Range
$175,000$220,000 USD

Galaxy respects diversity and seeks to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived age, race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital or partnership or caregiver status, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military or veteran status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete the application process or to participate in an interview, please contact [email protected]

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The Company
HQ: New York, NY
335 Employees
Year Founded: 2018

What We Do

Galaxy Digital (TSX: GLXY) is a tech-driven financial services and investment management firm that provides institutions and direct clients with a full suite of financial solutions spanning the digital assets ecosystem. Galaxy Digital operates five synergistic business lines: Trading, Asset Management, Principal Investments, Investment Banking, and Mining. Galaxy Digital's CEO and Founder is Mike Novogratz. Galaxy Digital is headquartered in New York City, with offices in Chicago, San Francisco, London, Amsterdam, Tokyo, Hong Kong, the Cayman Islands (registered office), and New Jersey. Our mission is to drive systems change through technology. Today, we are primarily focused on digital assets, cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology, and how these technological innovations will drastically alter the way we store and transfer value.

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