Technology Transactions Associate

Direct Counsel
Chicago, IL
Category Banking
Job Description
Role Overview

This role focuses on complex commercial transactions in the blockchain and crypto space, offering the opportunity to work on cutting-edge matters with innovative clients. The Technology Transactions Associate will lead and negotiate complex technology and commercial transactions, advise clients on blockchain and crypto-related deals, and collaborate with cross-functional teams on high-value transactions.

What You Will Do

Lead and negotiate complex technology and commercial transactions, advise clients on blockchain and crypto-related deals, draft and review commercial agreements and technology contracts, identify and manage IP, regulatory, and risk considerations.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of technology transactions experience, a strong background in blockchain/crypto matters, and a deep understanding of IP, commercial, and risk issues in tech deals. Excellent drafting, communication, and organizational skills are also required.

Requirements

  • 2-5 years of technology transactions experience
  • Strong background in blockchain/crypto matters
  • Deep understanding of IP, commercial, and risk issues in tech deals
  • M&A experience in the crypto space is a plus
  • Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction required

Benefits

  • Salary range: $225,000 – $435,000 + bonus (based on class year)
  • Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k))
  • Professional development and wellness programs
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