Fractional General Counsel

About SOCKET

SOCKET is the first chain abstraction protocol. SOCKET was founded in 2022 with the mission to solve increasing fragmentation between rollups and chains.

Over the last 2 years, SOCKET has facilitated over $15bn in volumes. SOCKET is leveraged by the top protocols & applications in the space like Metamask, Coinbase, Rainbow Wallet, Zapper, Zerion, OpenSea, Aevo, Matcha & more.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Fractional General Counsel to provide strategic legal counsel and support across all legal and regulatory matters at SOCKET, ensuring compliance, mitigating risks, and enabling the company’s growth within the rapidly changing blockchain landscape. This is a strategic role that requires a deep understanding of Web3, blockchain, and financial regulations.

Role & Responsibilities

• Develop and implement legal strategies that align with SOCKET’s business objectives and ensure compliance with global regulations.
• Provide strategic legal advice on product launches, tokenomics, and partnerships.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks while establishing governance frameworks to maintain ethical and legal integrity.
• Draft, review, and negotiate key contracts, including partnerships and licensing agreements.
• Oversee token issuance, corporate governance, and risk assessments for new business models.
• Represent SOCKET in regulatory discussions, advocating for frameworks that support Web3 innovation.
• Stay informed on blockchain regulatory developments, advising the executive team on potential impacts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on legal and strategic initiatives.
• Manage relationships with external counsel and consultants to support legal operations.

Required Experience

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree or equivalent with admission to a relevant bar association.
• 5+ years of legal experience, preferably with a mix of law firm and in-house roles.
• Expertise in blockchain, cryptocurrency, and fintech regulations, including securities and data privacy laws.
• Strong understanding of global regulatory frameworks, AML/KYC requirements, and intellectual property law.
• Proven experience in advising on token design, issuance, and compliance.
• Exceptional negotiation, drafting, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-growth environments and manage multiple priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Web3 startups or technology companies.
• Familiarity with smart contracts, decentralized protocols, and tokenomics.
• Established relationships within the blockchain legal and regulatory ecosystem.
• Passion for blockchain technology and its transformative potential.

What you'll like about us:

• We have real scale - our product reaches millions of people in crypto and our users love us
• No micromanagement bullshit. We trust each other and empower employees to make decisions autonomously.
• We are a team of builders- we’re always shipping
• Good vibes - we are all team players that only want the best for each other and the company.
• Remote Friendly - Enjoy the flexibility of remote work.