Director, Associate General Counsel, Coinbase NFT Marketplace

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We’re Coinbase. We’re the world’s most trusted way to join the crypto revolution, serving more than 89 million accounts in more than 100 countries. 

Our mission is to increase economic freedom around the world, and we couldn’t do this without hiring the best people. We’re a group of hard-working overachievers who are deeply focused on building the future of finance and Web 3.0 for our users across the globe, whether they’re trading, storing, staking or using crypto. Know those people who always lead the group project? That’s us.

There are a few things we look for across all hires we make at Coinbase, regardless of role or team. First, we look for candidates who will thrive in a culture like ours, where we default to trust, embrace feedback, and disrupt ourselves. Second, we expect all employees to commit to our mission-focused approach to our work. Finally, we seek people who are excited to learn about and live crypto, because those are the folks who enjoy the intense moments in our sprint and recharge work culture. We’re a remote-first company looking to hire the absolute best talent all over the world.

Ready to #LiveCrypto? Who you are:

  • You’ve got positive energy. You’re optimistic about the future and determined to get there. 
  • You’re never tired of learning. You want to be a pro in bleeding edge tech like DeFi, NFTs, DAOs, and Web 3.0. 
  • You appreciate direct communication. You’re both an active communicator and an eager listener - because let’s face it, you can’t have one without the other. You’re cool with candid feedback and see every setback as an opportunity to grow.
  • You can pivot on the fly. Crypto is constantly evolving, so our priorities do, too. What you worked on last month may not be what you work on today, and that excites you. You’re not looking for a boring job.
  • You have a “can do” attitude. Our teams create high-quality work on quick timelines. Owning a problem doesn’t scare you, but rather empowers you to take 100% responsibility for achieving our mission.
  • You want to be part of a winning team. We’re stronger together, and you’re a person who embraces being pushed out of your comfort zone.

Coinbase is leading the expansion of digital currency into the financial mainstream. We are building a world-class legal team to support Coinbase and its affiliates as we continue to grow the company in the U.S. and internationally.  You will be working in a cutting edge and fast paced environment, where disruptive technologies and unconventional thinking are the norm.  Given the nascent state of the law, novel legal guidance is needed! 


We are looking for a highly motivated, entrepreneurial, and experienced product counsel to join our product legal team as Director leading our NFT and other user generated content initiatives. This is a highly visible role throughout Coinbase, which will require you to forge strong relationships and collaborate closely across the company, take a thought leadership role in advising across our business, and build a top talent team in hyper growth mode.


What you’ll be doing (ie. job duties):

  • Help build a world class global product legal team, including mentoring and managing legal team members, hiring, and taking ownership of initiatives to scale the team. 
  • Provide full product life-cycle counseling for global products, particularly Coinbase’s new NFT platform. Ensure product compliance with applicable U.S. and international laws and regulations, in close collaboration with colleagues in Legal and Compliance teams. 
  • Provide thought leadership and strategic direction on products involving digital currency and blockchain technology legal and regulatory issues.
  • Lead complex and global cross functional efforts, effectively collaborating with internal stakeholders, other legal and business teams (Product/Engineering, Business Development,Trust & Safety, Privacy, Litigation, Policy, and more).
  • Proactively solve process and other problems for the business as they plan and execute on an accelerated and aggressive global growth plan. 

What we look for in you (ie. job requirements):

  • Currently licensed in a U.S. state. JD or equivalent with 12+ years of legal experience and 8+ years of in-house experience.   
  • You have substantial expertise working with product teams on global products and  are an expert in user generated and social content platforms.
  • You have experience working on business development and brand legal issues with partners, artists, media and/or other creatives. Licensing and negotiation experience is preferred. 
  • Familiarity with global laws and agencies applicable to user protection and content moderation, including FTC Section 5, CDA Section 230, CCPA, GDPR, COPPA, defamation, right of privacy/publicity, RTBF. 
  • Experience providing legal thought leadership in novel areas. Comfortable challenging the status quo and preconceived notions of what is possible as well as working in areas where regulation is still evolving. 
  • Experience managing legal team members. 
  • Enthusiasm and interest in the NFT space! 

Sound cool? Let's work together.

Notice for Colorado applicants as required by sb19-085 (8-5-20). Target annual salary for this role performed in Colorado, is $289,000 + target bonus + target equity + benefits (including medical, dental, vision and 401(k)).

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Please note that for employees based in the US, Philippines, Canada or Singapore, if your role requires you to be present in a Coinbase office or if you choose to be physically present in a Coinbase office or sponsored location, you will be required to be fully vaccinated from COVID-19 (as defined by applicable law).  If you receive an offer, you will receive additional information about the grounds and process for an exemption. Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Coinbase is committed to diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected by applicable law. Coinbase will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.  For US applicants, you may view Pay Transparency, Employee Rights and Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law notices by clicking on their corresponding links.  Additionally, Coinbase participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.    

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