Associate GC at MLabs

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Contract Drafting, Intellectual Property, Employment Law, Litigation Support, Corporate Governance, Due Diligence, Regulatory Inquiries, M&A Activity, Legal Research, Communication, Organizational Mastery, Detail Orientation, Web3 Familiarity, Software Industry Knowledge, Stakeholder Communication, High-Velocity Environment Management

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Associate General Counsel Location: New York (Office) Compensation: Competitive We are an elite team of builders moving at the speed of the future. As a high-growth software development firm and a primary contributor to one of the largest global crypto social networks, we are redefining the digital landscape. We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Associate General Counsel to join our legal team. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, you will play a critical role in supporting our corporate, intellectual property, employment, and litigation functions. This is a high-impact position where you will provide internal legal guidance on strategic decision-making and ensure the operational integrity of a fast-moving, global organization. Key Responsibilities: Contract Management: Draft and review intercompany agreements, vendor contracts, employment agreements, token grants, and settlement agreements. Operational Support: Track and manage internal legal forms and draft internal memoranda for record-keeping and compliance. Due Diligence: Organize and oversee due diligence materials for banks, regulators, and top-tier service providers. Outside Counsel Liaison: Manage and coordinate with external legal partners and litigation counsel to track deadlines and matter progress. Special Projects: Assist with corporate governance, M&A activity, regulatory inquiries, and IP matters as required. Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school, or an equivalent degree from a UK or EU law school. Experience: 3–5 years of experience as an associate at a major law firm or within a sophisticated in-house legal department. Subject Matter Expertise: Preference for candidates with corporate legal experience and familiarity with standard corporate law concepts, documents, and procedures. Communication: Exceptional professional writing and verbal communication skills; ability to distill complex legal concepts for internal stakeholders. Organizational Mastery: Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage complex tasks independently in a high-velocity environment. Technical Proficiency: Skilled in internet-based legal research and standard business tools (Microsoft Office, Excel), as well as modern collaboration stacks (Notion, Slack). Adaptability: A willingness to learn new skills and adapt to the evolving technologies of the Web3 and software industry. Competitive Compensation: A robust package including Base Salary plus Equity/Token grants, offering significant upside in a high-growth environment. Elite Environment: Work with a team of top-tier developers and innovators at the forefront of the crypto social networking space. Strategic Impact: Opportunity to work on complex, "frontier" legal issues that are shaping the future of digital assets and social media. Professional Growth: Direct mentorship from the General Counsel and frequent interaction with the founding team. Due to the high volume of applications we anticipate, we regret that we are unable to provide individual feedback to all candidates. If you do not hear back from us within 4 weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. We genuinely appreciate your interest and wish you the best in your job search. Commitment to Equality and Accessibility: At MLabs, we are committed to offer equal opportunities to all candidates. We ensure no discrimination, accessible job adverts, and providing information in accessible formats. Our goal is to foster a diverse, inclusive workplace with equal opportunities for all. If you need any reasonable adjustments during any part of the hiring process or you would like to see the job-advert in an accessible format please let us know at the earliest opportunity by emailing human-resources@mlabs.city. MLabs Ltd collects and processes the personal information you provide such as your contact details, work history, resume, and other relevant data for recruitment purposes only. This information is managed securely in accordance with MLabs Ltd’s Privacy Policy and Information Security Policy, and in compliance with applicable data protection laws. Your data may be shared only with clients and trusted partners where necessary for recruitment purposes. You may request the deletion of your data or withdraw your consent at any time by contacting legal@mlabs.city.

Responsibilities

The Associate General Counsel will draft and review various agreements including intercompany, vendor, employment, token grants, and settlements, while also tracking internal legal forms and drafting compliance memoranda. This role involves organizing due diligence materials and managing external counsel for litigation and other matters.