Associate General Counsel, Securities & Compliance Officer
Position Overview
Nakamoto Inc. (NASDAQ: NAKA) is a bitcoin company with a bitcoin treasury and operating businesses spanning bitcoin-focused media and events, fund management, and advisory services. We are seeking a securities lawyer to join our in-house legal team at the parent company level, reporting directly to the General Counsel.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare, review, and manage the company's SEC filings, including current reports (8-K), periodic reports (10-Q, 10-K), proxy statements, Section 16 filings, and registration statements
Advises on disclosure obligations, Regulation FD, and securities law compliance across the company's public communications, including press releases, earnings releases and investor materials
Support the company's capital markets transactions and financing activities
Ensure ongoing compliance with Nasdaq listing rules, including corporate governance and disclosure requirements
Administer the company's insider trading policy, including trading windows, preclearance, and 10b5-1 plan matters
Advise on equity compensation and stock plan matters, plan maintenance and related filings
Support board and committee governance and other corporate governance matters
Monitor SEC rulemaking and Nasdaq rule changes and advise on their impact, including developments relevant to companies with bitcoin treasury operations
Qualifications
J.D. and active bar membership in good standing
5+ years of securities / capital markets experience at a leading law firm, the SEC and/or in-house at a public company
Hands-on experience with '34 Act reporting (8-Ks, 10-Qs, 10-Ks) and registration statements; proxy statement and capital markets transaction experience a plus
Strong working knowledge of the Securities Act, Exchange Act, SEC rules, and Nasdaq listing requirements
Compliance program experience is not required — we're looking for excellent judgment and the organizational skills to build and run this function
Interest in bitcoin and digital assets; prior exposure to bitcoin treasury companies or crypto-related companies a plus, not a requirement
Strong drafting skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to independently manage recurring deadlines
The judgment, discretion, and maturity to advise senior executives and handle sensitive matters
Culture
We are a remote-first, fast-paced, and innovation-driven team. We maintain focus, move quickly, iterate constantly, and value people who are energized by ownership and autonomy. We value builders who communicate clearly and turn ambiguity into action. We welcome diverse perspectives and value people who are motivated by meaningful, frontier work. We encourage creativity, passion, and collaboration as we scale a category-defining Bitcoin enterprise.
Compensation
Total compensation is targeted between $225,000 and $275,000 per year. Compensation is comprised of base salary of $175,000 - $200,000, an annual performance bonus with a target of $25,000, and an annual equity (RSU) grant with a target value of $25,000 - $50,000. Placement within these ranges depends on experience and location. Full-time employees will be eligible for company healthcare benefits.