Emerging Companies and Venture Capital Associate

Posted 10 Days Ago
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Hiring Remotely in New York, NY, USA
In-Office or Remote
150K-240K Annually
Mid level
Marketing Tech
The Role
Provide transactional corporate counsel to emerging companies and venture capital clients, including entity formation, financings, commercial contracts, governance, employment and equity compensation, cap table management, M&A, and outside GC responsibilities. Collaborate with the Managing Partner and stay current on on-chain and crypto developments.
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Who is Serotonin Legal

Serotonin is the top go to market firm for transformative technologies, specialising in marketing, strategy, recruiting, and legal services. With a global team of 90 across 15 countries, Serotonin has supported over 300 clients in consumer tech, on-chain infrastructure, digital assets, venture capital, and AI since its launch in 2020. Delivering end-to-end go-to-market solutions across all major marketing channels, including public relations, growth marketing, on-chain analytics, content, research, social, and design - Serotonin accelerates global innovation. At the core of our business is the Serotonin Platform, serving as a central nucleus for the crypto ecosystem, connecting builders and founders with essential resources to drive business growth.

About the Role

Serotonin Legal is looking for a talented attorney with relevant in-house and/or law firm experience in transactional and corporate law. The firm is open to mid-level to senior associate talent and compensation will be determined based on experience. The attorney will primarily be responsible for handling emerging companies and venture capital related matters including entity formation and setup, equity and debt financings, commercial contracts, corporate governance, employment, equity compensation, capitalization table management, M&A, “outside general counsel” responsibilities and other general corporate matters. Blockchain experience and knowledge are preferred, but not required. The attorney will work closely with the Managing Partner on a regular basis.

 

Responsibilities

    • Manage entity formation and setup for emerging companies.
    • Oversee equity and debt financings, including structuring and negotiation.
    • Draft and negotiate commercial contracts.
    • Provide counsel on corporate governance and compliance matters.
    • Advise on employment law and equity compensation strategies.
    • Manage capitalization tables and related documentation.
    • Handle mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions.
    • Serve as “outside general counsel” to clients.
    • Address other general corporate legal matters as needed.
    • Collaborate closely with the Managing Partner to deliver client-focused solutions.
    • Stay informed on developments in On-chain and Crypto technologies.

Requirements

    • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree with strong academic credentials.
    • Membership in the New York State Bar is preferred but not required if admitted in another jurisdiction.
    • 2–8 years of experience at a law firm with an Emerging Companies & Venture Capital (ECVC) or similar practice group, or in-house experience with a technology company.
    • Knowledge and experience in blockchain technologies are preferred but not required.
    • Excellent project management, analytical, and communication skills, both oral and written.
    • Proven ability to work independently while staying connected in a remote work environment, especially if located separately from other team members.

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary
  • Health Insurance - (US Only) 
  • 401(k) - (US Only) 
  • Remote Work Environment
  • Maternity/Paternity Leave

Skills Required

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree with strong academic credentials
  • 2-8 years of experience at a law firm in Emerging Companies & Venture Capital or in-house at a technology company
  • Excellent project management, analytical, and communication skills (oral and written)
  • Proven ability to work independently while staying connected in a remote work environment
  • Membership in the New York State Bar
  • Knowledge and experience in blockchain technologies
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The Company
HQ: Manchester
100 Employees
Year Founded: 2020

What We Do

Serotonin is a breakthrough marketing firm and product studio for transformative technologies. We bring breakthrough technologies to market and builds ecosystems around them. With a team of former executives from ConsenSys, Chainlink, Bridgewater Associates, General Assembly, and more, Serotonin partners with top businesses and entrepreneurs on brand positioning, business partnerships, media relations, content, product marketing, and go-to-market strategy. We combine expertise in financial services, digital assets, and decentralized tech with data-driven methodology to ensure our partners’ marketing and PR is executed flawlessly, driving step-function growth.

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