The Role
Help us use technology to make a big green dent in the universe!
Kraken powers some of the most innovative global developments in energy.
We’re a technology company focused on creating a smart, sustainable energy system. From optimising renewable generation, creating a more intelligent grid and enabling utilities to provide excellent customer experiences, our operating system for energy is transforming the industry around the world in a way that benefits everyone.
It’s a really exciting time in energy. Help us make a real impact on shaping a better, more sustainable future.
We have a rare opportunity for a newly qualified lawyer to join our Legal team in London. We are ideally looking for someone who has a background in commercial law and SaaS licensing agreements, AI and IP experience would be ideal (but not required). We’re currently a small team of three, advising on all areas impacting our rapidly growing business.
The role offers a challenging and exciting opportunity to work on a wide range of legal matters, from licensing deals for our proprietary tech platform ‘Kraken’, to investment M&A transactions as we expand our business across the globe, to working on groundbreaking AI capabilities. No two days are the same at Kraken. We’re looking for another attorney to join our tight-knit team and help support our business across all these areas as we continue to grow at pace.
What you'll do
- Manage SaaS agreements – Negotiating and drafting SaaS contracts to ensure we’re covered and compliant.
- Oversee partnership agreements – Work closely with our teams to structure and execute strategic partnerships that support our business goals.
- Handle vendor and software licensing arrangements – Ensure our technology and vendor agreements are solid, protecting the business and fostering positive relationships.
- Provide day-to-day legal advice – Offer practical legal support on a wide range of matters including data protection, competition law, compliance, employment issues, and intellectual property concerns.
- Support our international expansion – Assist in the legal aspects of setting up businesses in new countries, helping us navigate the complexities of global growth.
The experience we're looking for
- Commercial law – You’re ready to take charge of those software licensing agreements and dive into the legal action.
- Qualified and ready – You’re a fully qualified junior lawyer from the U.S. or UK, with a maximum three years post qualification legal experience.
- Commercial sense – You’re great at making decisions on the fly and comfortable chatting with senior management and stakeholders in a fast-paced setting.
- Master of prioritisation – You’re the type who can juggle a million things at once, staying ahead of deadlines and keeping everything on track.
- Team player with heart – You’re excited to roll up your sleeves, help out where needed, and be part of an ambitious, fun team.
- Adaptable and flexible – You thrive in an ever-changing, entrepreneurial environment where things move fast and priorities shift quickly.
- Passionate about Kraken’s mission – You’re genuinely excited to contribute to something big and make an impact with us!
If this sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you.
Are you ready for a career with us? We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. Need any specific accommodations? Whether you require specific accommodations or have a unique preference, let us know, and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic!
Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Kraken, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.
Kraken Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Kraken and has not been reviewed or approved by Kraken.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay in certain technical roles is considered competitive for crypto/fintech, with some teams citing strong salary and bonus.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — All employees receive an equity option grant tied to Octopus Energy Group, enabling participation in group-level upside.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Policies highlight 20 days PTO, 8 paid sick days, company holidays, and discretionary unlimited paid time off.
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What We Do
Kraken delivers transformational tech to utilities around the world to make the global transition to green energy quicker and more affordable. Part of the Octopus Energy Group.
